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WEBSTER
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I. (noun)
Sense 1
Meaning:
United States lexicographer (1758-1843)
Synonyms:
Noah Webster; Webster
Classified under:
Instance hypernyms:
lexicographer; lexicologist (a compiler or writer of a dictionary; a student of the lexical component of language)
Sense 2
Meaning:
United States politician and orator (1782-1817)
Synonyms:
Daniel Webster; Webster
Classified under:
Nouns denoting people
Instance hypernyms:
pol; political leader; politician; politico (a person active in party politics)
Sense 3
Meaning:
English playwright (1580-1625)
Synonyms:
John Webster; Webster
Classified under:
Nouns denoting people
Instance hypernyms:
dramatist; playwright (someone who writes plays)