kirby

¹

[ kur-bee ]

noun

, Angling.

, plural kir·bies.

1. a fishhook having an even bend.

Kirby

²

[ kur-bee ]

noun

1. a male given name.

Word History and Origins

Origin of kirby¹

First recorded in 1795–1805; after the proper name

Example Sentences

Ibarra's lawyer, Dustin Kirby, argued that the evidence presented should leave the judge "with some reasonable doubt".

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Janice Kirby is another victim of the scam.

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Meanwhile, White House spokesman John Kirby said this week that if and when the North Korean troops arrive on the Ukrainian battlefield, they will be considered legitimate targets.

From Slate

Fran Kirby was a certain starter back in 2022 but two years hit by injury and illness mean she is no longer a mainstay in the team.

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Officials have not determined whether the documents were released due to a hack or a leak, Mr Kirby said.

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