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longbeard

American  
[lawng-beerd, long-] / ˈlɔŋˌbɪərd, ˈlɒŋ- /

noun

  1. bellarmine.

Etymology

Origin of longbeard

First recorded in 1640–50; long 1 + beard

Example Sentences

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A high spot in a field corner or a slight rise on a logging road both provide an open and elevated stage where a longbeard can strut in plain view of nearby hens.

From Time Magazine Archive

True diplomats all, they greeted one another suavely, appeared profoundly impressed by the speech of a pompous longbeard.

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