Connolly

[ kon-l-ee ]

noun

1. Maureen Maureen Catherine Connolly BrinkerLittle Mo, 1934–69, U.S. tennis player.

Connolly

/ ˈkɒnəlɪ /

noun

1. ConnollyBilly1942MScottishTHEATRE: comedian Billy. born 1942, Scottish comedian, musician, and actor: his films include Mrs Brown (1997)
2. ConnollyCyril (Vernon)19031974MBritishWRITING: criticWRITING: writerWRITING: editor Cyril ( Vernon ). 1903–74, British critic and writer, founder and editor of Horizon (1939–50): his books include Enemies of Promise (1938)
3. ConnollyJames18681916MIrishPOLITICS: labour leaderPOLITICS: republican revolutionary James. 1868–1916, Irish labour leader: executed by the British for his part in the Easter Rising (1916)

Example Sentences

She appeared with Billy Connolly and the late Antony Bourdain, and played a barmaid in the film Wild Rose.

From BBC

Lucy Connolly, whose husband serves on West Northamptonshire Council, posted the expletive-ridden message on X on the day three girls were killed in Southport.

From BBC

Theresa Connolly, 43, said she was was relieved at the court's verdict, having lived in fear the stray she called Hugo would be caught unregistered and put down by vets.

From BBC

Sunderland are set to sign ex-Brighton and Republic of Ireland striker Aaron Connolly, 24, from Hull City.

From BBC

Fortunately, we have Tim Connolly as our stunt coordinator and he's just so great to work with.

From Salon