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Geiger

American

[gahy-ger] / ˈgaɪ gər /

noun

Hans 1882–1947, German physicist.

Geiger British

/ ˈɡaɪɡə /

noun

Hans (hans). 1882–1945, German physicist: developed the Geiger counter

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Geiger Scientific

/ gī′gər /

German physicist who was a pioneer in nuclear physics. He invented numerous instruments and techniques used to detect charged particles, including the Geiger counter (1908).

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Management has said they expect that figure to drop significantly in 2026, when factoring out last year’s acquisition of Kurt Geiger, which makes handbags, footwear and other accessories.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 25, 2026

“There’s a narrow line between providing leadership,” Geiger said, “and selling your soul.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 5, 2025

The company’s margins and earnings will likely remain under pressure as well, Geiger wrote.

From Barron's • Oct. 29, 2025

A bucket of radioactive uranium ore sets a Geiger counter wailing.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2025

The drowsy hum of the Converter is louder in the control room and mixed with it is the chuckle of the Geiger Counters and the erratic buzzing of half a dozen little signal lights.

From "I, Robot" by Isaac Asimov

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