Brooks

American  

[brooks] / brʊks /

noun

1. Gwendolyn, 1917–2000, U.S. poet and novelist.

2. Phillips, 1835–93, U.S. Protestant Episcopal bishop and pulpit orator.

3. Van Wyck 1886–1963, U.S. author and critic.

4. a male given name.

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Brooks British  

/ brʊks /

noun

1. Geraldine . born 1955, Australian writer. Her novels include March (2005), which won the Pulitzer prize

2. Mel , real name Melvyn Kaminsky . born 1926, US comedy writer, actor, and film director. His films include The Producers (1968), Blazing Saddles (1974), High Anxiety (1977), and Dracula: Dead and Loving It (1996)

3. ( Troyal ) Garth. born 1962, US country singer and songwriter; his bestselling records include Ropin' the Wind (1991) and Scarecrow (2001)

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Example Sentences

Brooks quickly apologized and admitted to saying "a few stupid things."

From Barron's • May 3, 2026

She also said the report made by Brooks on the evening of 19 October 2024 did not mention damage to the phone, but referred to harassment instead.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

Brooks Koepka joined LIV in 2022 and reportedly earned $120 million before deciding to go back to the PGA Tour in early 2026, according to Sportico.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026

“The Ghost Trail has that familiar ride and feel, with built-up traction, durability and ‘just-enough’ protection,” says Nick Clinton, footwear product line manager at Brooks Running.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

I ran behind her as she stormed downstairs, and let me tell you, when that door flung open, those people met the worst side of Doris Brooks.

From "When I Was the Greatest" by Jason Reynolds