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Owen
[ oh-uhn ]
noun
- Sir Richard, 1804–92, English zoologist and anatomist.
- Robert, 1771–1858, Welsh social reformer in Great Britain and the U.S.
- Wilfred, 1893–1918, English poet.
- a male given name.
Owen
/ ˈəʊɪ /
noun
- OwenDavid (Anthony Llewellyn), Baron1938MBritishPOLITICS: politicianPOLITICS: statesman David ( Anthony Llewellyn ), Baron. born 1938, British politician: Labour foreign secretary (1977–79); cofounder of the Social Democratic Party (1981) and its leader (1983–87): leader (1988–90) of the section of the Social Democratic Party that did not merge with the Liberal Party in 1988; peace envoy to Bosnia-Herzegovina (1992–95)
- OwenMichael (James)1979MBritishSPORT AND GAMES: footballer Michael ( James ). born 1979, English footballer: a striker, he scored 40 goals in 89 games for England (1998–2008); his clubs included Liverpool (1996–2004) and Newcastle United (2005–2009)
- OwenSir Richard18041892MEnglishMEDICINE: anatomistSCIENCE: palaeontologist Sir Richard. 1804–92, English comparative anatomist and palaeontologist
- OwenRobert17711858MWelshBUSINESS: industrialistSOCIAL SCIENCE: social reformer Robert. 1771–1858, Welsh industrialist and social reformer. He formed a model industrial community at New Lanark, Scotland, and pioneered cooperative societies. His books include New View of Society (1813)
- OwenWilfred18931918MEnglishWRITING: poet Wilfred. 1893–1918, English poet of World War I, who was killed in action
Example Sentences
Chief Inspector of Education and Training Owen Evans said many learners showed "maturity, independence, and respect for others".
Robin Reed, 46, and his son Owen, 17, who were from Caerphilly county in south Wales, were swept out to sea on 13 April while swimming at a beach without lifeguards in Seventeen Seventy, Queensland.
"He has been absolutely amazing in this competition, he's been a goalscoring machine," two-time Champions League winner Owen Hargreaves told TNT Sports.
But nursery owner Lisa Owen said she did not believe the childcare system could support free care for children from nine months, even though she agreed with the principle.
Cardiff-based employment lawyer Owen John said many public organisations sought external legal advice for sensitive internal investigations, which could be costly.
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