De Forest

American  

[di fawr-ist, for-] / dɪ ˈfɔr ɪst, ˈfɒr- /

noun

1. Lee, 1873–1961, U.S. inventor of radio, telegraphic, and telephonic equipment.

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De Forest British  

/ də ˈfɒrɪst /

noun

1. Lee. 1873–1961, US inventor of telegraphic, telephonic, and radio equipment: patented the first triode valve (1907)

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Example Sentences

Last month, The New York Times critic Roberta Smith reviewed the show of Mr. De Forest’s work favorably, saying it “booms forth” from the gallery’s website.

From New York Times

The show’s 37 paintings, drawings and assemblage wall reliefs span from 1960 to 2006 and constitute the largest De Forest show in New York since a 1975 survey at the Whitney Museum of American Art.

From New York Times

As a field, Dr. De Forest said, bloodstain-pattern analysis still has the potential to be informative, but only when practiced correctly by those with adequate scientific education.

From New York Times

De Forest shared that throughout her decades-long career, Russell always remained grateful for the chance to take on “His Girl Friday.”

From Fox News

"There are some really incredible and empowering women and girls that have just done so much at such a young age," De Forest agreed.

From Los Angeles Times