Bernard

American  

[ber-nar, bur-nerd, bur-nahrd] / bɛrˈnar, ˈbɜr nərd, bɜrˈnɑrd /

noun

1. Claude 1813–78, French physiologist.

2. a first name: from Germanic words meaning “bear” and “hardy.”

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Bernard British  

/ ˈbɜːnəd /

noun

1. Claude (klod). 1813–78, French physiologist, noted for his research on the action of secretions of the alimentary canal and the glycogenic function of the liver

2. Saint , known as Bernard of Menthon and the Apostle of the Alps . 923–1008, French monk who founded hospices in the Alpine passes. Feast day: Aug 20

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Bernard Scientific  

/ bĕr-när′ /

1. French physiologist noted for his study of the chemical reactions involved in the digestive system and of the connection between the liver and the nervous system. His work laid the foundation for experimental medicine.

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Example Sentences

Auchincloss had run BP, initially as interim CEO, since Bernard Looney’s abrupt September 2023 departure.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

After years of failing to get politicians’ attention on the issue, Bernard saw an opportunity when family friend Phil Murphy ran for governor in 2017 and was looking for economic growth opportunities.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

A man who adapted the sidecar of his motorbike to accommodate his eight-year-old St Bernard said they were getting lots of attention.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

Under Lund, BP chief executive Bob Dudley departed in early 2020, replaced by Bernard Looney, who was sacked over his failure to disclose past relationships with colleagues.

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

If she had said Bernard wanted to crush me, I would’ve believed that.

From "A Good Kind of Trouble" by Lisa Moore Ramée