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Heath Robinson
/ ˈrɒbɪnsən /
adjective
- (of a mechanical device) absurdly complicated in design and having a simple function
Word History and Origins
Origin of Heath Robinson1
Example Sentences
Biden held a large White House bill-signing ceremony and gave the pen to the young daughter of Sgt. 1st Class Heath Robinson, who died of cancer and for whom the legislation is named.
Biden held a large White House bill-signing ceremony and gave the pen to the young daughter of Sgt. 1st Class Heath Robinson, who died of cancer and for whom the legislation is named.
First Class Heath Robinson Honoring Our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics Act, called the Pact Act, in August, more than 185,000 veterans have applied for its benefits, according to the White House.
Army Sgt. 1st Class Heath Robinson, whose name is part of the longer, formal title of the legislation.
Danielle Robinson recalled how her husband’s return home from Iraq turned from a relief to “the biggest nightmare of our lives” after Heath Robinson was diagnosed with terminal Stage 4 lung cancer 10 years later.
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