Glenn

[glen]

noun

1. John (Herschel, Jr.), 1921–2016, U.S. astronaut and politician: first U.S. orbital space flight 1962; U.S. senator 1975–99.

2. a male or female given name.

Glenn

/ ɡlɛn /

noun

1. John. born 1921, US astronaut and politician. The first American to orbit the earth (Feb, 1962), he later became a senator (1975–99) and in 1998 returned to space at the age of 77

Example Sentences

He got just one as, in February, new coach Aaron Glenn and general manager Darren Mougey said they wanted to go "in a different direction".

From BBC

This award usually goes to the head coach of a team that's improved, rather than just one with the best record, and I think that's what Glenn will do with the Jets.

From BBC

Awards columnist Glenn Whipp ranks the contenders in the writing and directing races for drama, comedy and limited series.

From Los Angeles Times

Glenn Murray: I don't think Gyokeres is the one - it's such a big step.

From BBC

That left nine needed from six balls but Sarah Glenn, who earlier took a tidy 1-18, edged the hat-trick ball for four and drove the winning runs to end 10 not out.

From BBC