Van Loon

[ van loon, lohn ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

noun

Hen·drik Wil·lem [hen, -drik , vil, -, uh, m], 1882–1944, U.S. author, born in the Netherlands.

“I am Professor Van Loon,” the man said in a voice that was low, melodious and dreamy.

His wife, Anna van Loon, is also painted by Maes, standing by a stone balustrade.

He was relieved to find Felix Van Loon sitting on the doorstep waiting for him.

Mrs. Van Loon was a little confused when she saw such a well-dressed gentleman in her poor room.

April 19, 2024tortuous

[tawr-choo-uhs ]

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