Kieffer
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of Kieffer
First recorded in 1875–80; named after American botanist Peter Kieffer (1812–90)
Example Sentences
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The two other officers who risked a trial, Matthew Galliher and Nicholas Kieffer, faced the same charges as Kingsley but were acquitted.
From Barron's • Oct. 20, 2025
“I have full confidence in the board chair of the board of regents and the board to do what is the best of the university,” Kieffer said.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 25, 2025
“The regents will make this decision with the input of the governor,” said former regent George Kieffer, who chaired the board during the first Trump administration and ended his term in 2021.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 25, 2025
Although they were initially frustrated by their determined, defensive visitors, Wales secured victory with goals by Joe Rodon, Harry Wilson and Kieffer Moore – and the winning margin could have been far greater.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2025
Then came the turn of a family named Kieffer.
From Their Crimes by Various
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