Byrd

Byrd

[burd]
noun
1.
Richard Evelyn, 1888–1957, rear admiral in U.S. Navy: polar explorer.
2.
Robert C(arlyle) born 1917, U.S. politician: senator from West Virginia since 1959.
3.
William, c1540–1623, English composer and organist.
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Byrd (bɜːd) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
n
1.  Richard Evelyn. 1888--1957, US rear admiral, aviator, and polar explorer
2.  William. 1543--1623, English composer and organist, noted for his madrigals, masses, and music for virginals

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Byrd is always a great word to know.
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