abernethy

/ ˌæbəˈnɛθɪ /

noun

1. a crisp unleavened biscuit

Word History and Origins

Origin of abernethy¹

C19: perhaps named after Dr. John Abernethy (1764–1831), English surgeon interested in diet

Example Sentences

LiveNOW started as an experiment in 2014 when Fox Television Stations President Jack Abernethy challenged his outlets to come up with a low-cost streaming service using their existing resources.

From Los Angeles Times

Hunched over her kitchen counter, in the depths of grief, Kellie Abernethy had an idea.

From Salon

Abernethy, who had never made jewelry before, got to work ordering the parts.

From Salon

Before long, Abernethy had a jewelry business called Rest of the Nest.

From Salon

The rose gold Abernethy uses in her signature necklace, for example, she can only find in China.

From Salon