Brady
1 Americannoun
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James Buchanan Diamond Jim, 1856–1917, U.S. financier, noted for conspicuously extravagant living.
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Mathew B., 1823?–96, U.S. photographer, especially of the Civil War.
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a male given name.
combining form
Usage
What does brady- mean? Brady- is a combining form used like a prefix meaning “slow.” It is used in scientific and medical terms, especially in pathology.Brady- comes from the Greek bradýs, meaning “slow, heavy.”
Etymology
Origin of brady-
< Greek, combining form of bradýs slow, heavy
Example Sentences
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The Patriots spent two decades gleefully bullying the Jets, led by Bill Belichick and Tom Brady.
One year later, with the help of quarterback Tom Brady, they won their first Super Bowl.
From BBC
Then there’s Deflategate, which involved underinflated balls and led to a suspension for Brady and some of the worst puns ever made.
Brady has served as offensive coordinator of the Bills for the past three seasons under Sean McDermott, who was fired last week after nine years guiding Buffalo.
From Barron's
Of course, the Patriots won their six Super Bowls with Tom Brady and Grumpy Lobster Boat Captain Bill Belichick, who built a dynastic partnership before it fizzled in a fog of grunts and perceived slights.
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