Inge

American  

[inj, ing] / ɪndʒ, ɪŋ /

noun

1. William (Motter) 1913–73, U.S. playwright.

2. William Ralph, 1860–1954, Anglican clergyman, scholar, and author: dean of St. Paul's 1911–34.

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Inge British  

/ ɪŋ /

noun

1. William Ralph, known as the Gloomy Dean. 1860–1954, English theologian, noted for his pessimism; dean of St Paul's Cathedral (1911–34)

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Example Sentences

IRS staff is “already understaffed and overworked,” said Thad Inge, vice president of Van Scoyoc Associates, a Washington-based government-affairs firm, where he focuses on tax administration and tax policy.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 30, 2026

Yet for too long those of their midcentury contemporary William Inge have remained peripheral in the American theatrical pantheon.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 2, 2026

Geir Inge Stokke said "Norwegian drivers prefer reasonably-priced quality cars that are technologically advanced and in which they feel safe."

From Barron's • Dec. 1, 2025

“Borussia Dortmund is a soccer club that has been a standard-bearer for tolerance and social projects,” said Inge Fahle, a retired teacher from Dortmund and a fan of the club since childhood.

From New York Times • Jun. 1, 2024

I saw so many familiar faces, including two of my best friends from the refugee camp, Inge and Desire.

From "How Dare the Sun Rise" by Sandra Uwiringiyimana