Parker

[pahr-ker]

noun

1. Charles Christopher, Jr. Bird, 1920–55, U.S. jazz saxophonist and composer.

2. Dorothy (Rothschild), 1893–1967, U.S. author.

3. Sir Gilbert, 1862–1932, Canadian novelist and politician in England.

4. Horatio William, 1863–1919, U.S. composer, organist, and teacher.

5. John, 1729–75, American Revolutionary patriot.

6. Matthew, 1504–75, English theologian.

7. Quanah. Quanah.

8. Theodore, 1810–60, U.S. preacher, theologian, and reformer.

9. a male given name.

Parker

/ ˈpɑːkə /

noun

1. Sir Alan ( William ). born 1944, British film director and screenwriter; his films include Bugsy Malone (1976), Midnight Express (1978), Mississippi Burning (1988), The Commitments (1991), and Angela's Ashes (2000); chairman of the British Film Institute (1998–99) and of the Film Council (1999–2004)

2. Charlie. nickname Bird or Yardbird. 1920–55, US jazz alto saxophonist and composer; the leading exponent of early bop

3. Dorothy ( Rothschild ). 1893–1967, US writer, noted esp for the ironical humour of her short stories

4. Matthew. 1504–75, English prelate. As archbishop of Canterbury (1559–75), he supervised Elizabeth I's religious settlement

Example Sentences

Parker Wilson of San Marino has six punts with a 49.7-yard average.

From Los Angeles Times

She married the dying William Mason during the series and later settled down with Andrew Parker, a footman in the house who has now taken over for Mr. Carson.

From Los Angeles Times

Parker Seitz, 25, alleged in a federal lawsuit that off-duty sheriff’s deputies attacked him outside a bar called the Break Room last Thanksgiving Day.

From Los Angeles Times

Burnley manager Scott Parker said at the weekend VAR decisions are threatening to turn football into "the most sterile game there is" - but Webb defended its use.

From BBC

Burnley boss Scott Parker said the use of VAR was threatening to turn football into "the most sterile game there is" after his side lost to a controversial late penalty at Manchester United.

From BBC