Bevan

[bev-uhn]

noun

1. Aneurin 1897–1960, British political leader: minister of health 1945–50.

2. a first name.

Bevan

¹

/ ˈbɛvən, bɛv /

noun

1. a stupid or unfashionable male

2. an aggressive and surly youth

Bevan

²

/ ˈbɛvən /

noun

1. Aneurin (əˈnaɪ ^ə rɪn), known as Nye . (1897–1960), British Labour statesman, born in Wales: noted for his oratory. As minister of health (1945–51) he introduced the National Health Service (1948)

Other Word Forms

• Bevanite noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of Bevan¹

from the boy's name Bevan

Example Sentences

Aneurin Bevan, the founder of the NHS, was elected as the MP for Ebbw Vale in 1929.

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Candidates were asked by audience member Ryan Bevan what they would do to support and improve Caerphilly's public services.

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Despite their commanding performance, it was Wigan - who had won the domestic treble themselves and the World Club Challenge in 2024 - who almost edged in front early on when Bevan French put in a defence-carving run to go in from Liam Marshall's kick, but replays showed he dropped the ball before grounding.

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Bevan French kept Wigan on course for a hat-trick of Super League titles as two tries from the Australian star helped Warriors overcome Leigh to reach the Grand Final.

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Kai Bevan, 20, a third-year medical student, debated with Kirk over his views on abortion.

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