Crompton

[ kromp-tuhn ]

noun

1. Samuel, 1753–1827, English inventor of the spinning mule.

Crompton

/ ˈkrɒmptən /

noun

1. CromptonRichmal18901969FBritishWRITING: children's author Richmal , full name Richmal Crompton Lamburn . 1890–1969, British children's author, best known for her Just William stories
2. CromptonSamuel17531827MBritishTECHNOLOGY: inventor Samuel. 1753–1827, British inventor of the spinning mule (1779)

Example Sentences

The scheme was named after Angela Crompton, who was murdered by her husband.

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The scheme is named after Angela Crompton, who was murdered by her husband.

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But Mr Crompton also said the anticipated refurbishment cost had originally been £6.06m, but this had risen to £7.6m.

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Director and producer Paul Crompton is also on board.

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"I like the fact that it captured the spirit of Manchester more than just the spirit of the Stone Roses," Mr Crompton said.

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