Shawn

[ shawn ]

noun
  1. Ted Edwin M., 1891–1972, U.S. dancer and choreographer (husband of Ruth St. Denis).

  2. a male given name, form of John.

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How to use Shawn in a sentence

  • Another man took hold of the Philosopher's arm, and Shawn got both hands on his captive.

    The Crock of Gold | James Stephens
  • Shawn, in a similar state of unclothedness, greeted the Philosopher and proclaimed himself his friend and follower for ever.

    The Crock of Gold | James Stephens
  • We acknowledge Shawn Pennell who designed the image of the dance of caring persons described in this book.

    Nursing as Caring | Anne Boykin
  • Peter remembered a remark he had heard Shawn Grady make, and which had caused him to lose his appetite for more than one meal.

  • Shawn-na-Middogue and such scoundrels are abroad, and they might put a bullet through him some night or other.