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Herriot

[ e-ryoh ]

noun

  1. É·douard [ey-, dwar], 1872–1957, French statesman, political leader, and author.


Herriot

noun

  1. ɛrjo HerriotÉdouard18721957MFrenchPOLITICS: statesmanWRITING: writerPOLITICS: premier Édouard (edwar). 1872–1957, French Radical statesman and writer; premier (1924–25; 1932)
  2. ˈhɛrɪət HerriotJames19161995MBritishSCIENCE: veterinary surgeonWRITING: writer James. real name James Alfred Wight. 1916–95, British veterinary surgeon and writer. His books based on his experiences in Yorkshire have been adapted for television and films
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012


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Example Sentences

"The fellow passes by the name of Herriot, though it is suspected that this is not his true name," responded the sheriff.

At this moment a sash was thrown up, and the prisoner, Herriot, appeared at a window of the court-room above.

"You have acted wisely, Mr. Woodburn," observed Herriot after listening with deep interest to the recital.

I have heard a great deal said about one they call Father Herriot, lately; but can he be here fighting?

Captain Herriot whispered in my ear; I pushed away from him.

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