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Allen
[ al-uhn ]
noun
- (Charles) Grant (Blair·fin·die) [blair-, fin, -dee], Cecil PowerJ. Arbuthnot Wilson, 1848–99, British philosophical writer and novelist.
- Ethan, 1738–89, American soldier in the Revolutionary War: leader of the “Green Mountain Boys” of Vermont.
- Fred John Florence Sullivan, 1894–1956, U.S. comedian.
- Frederick Lewis, 1890–1954, U.S. historian and editor.
- Gracie Grace Ethel Cecile Rosalie Allen, 1905–64, U.S. comedian (partner and wife of George Burns).
- Richard, 1760–1831, U.S. clergyman: a founder of the African Methodist Episcopal Church.
- William, 1532–1594, English Catholic cardinal in exile.
- (William) Her·vey [hur, -vee], 1889–1949, U.S. novelist, poet, and biographer.
- Woody Allen Stewart Konigsberg, born 1935, U.S. comedian, author, actor, and filmmaker.
- a first name.
Allen
1/ ˈæə /
noun
- Bog of Allena region of peat bogs in central Ireland, west of Dublin. Area: over 10 sq km (3.75 sq miles)
- Lough Allena lake in Ireland, in county Leitrim
Allen
2/ ˈæə /
noun
- AllenEthan17381789MUSMILITARY: soldier Ethan. 1738–89, American soldier during the War of Independence who led the Green Mountain Boys of Vermont
- AllenLily1985FEnglishMUSIC: popular singerMUSIC: songwriter Lily (Rose Beatrice) , born 1985, English pop singer; one of the first performers to come to prominence through exposure on the networking website MySpace rather than through record release
- AllenSir Thomas1944MBritishMUSIC: operatic baritone Sir Thomas. born 1944, British operatic baritone
- AllenWoody1935MUSFILMS AND TV: comedianFILMS AND TV: writerBUSINESS: director Woody. real name Allen Stewart Konigsberg. born 1935, US film comedian, screenwriter, and director. His films as an actor and director include Annie Hall (1977), Manhattan (1979), Hannah and Her Sisters (1986), Bullets over Broadway (1994), and Vicky Cristina Barcelona (2008)
Example Sentences
A Prison Service spokesman confirmed Allen died at HMP Bure in Norfolk on 3 May, adding: "As with all deaths in custody, the Prison and Probation Ombudsman will investigate."
Along with Paul Allen, Mr Gates founded Microsoft in 1975, and the company became a dominant force in computer software and other tech industries.
"There are electronic jammers to make sure that phone and wi-fi signals are not getting in or out," said John Allen, the editor of Crux news site.
Early indications are they plan to bring him along slowly, as Buffalo did with Josh Allen.
Chairman John Allen said the organisation was "delighted" to welcome participants of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds.
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