Baxter

American  

[bak-ster] / ˈbæk stər /

noun

1. Richard, 1615–91, English Puritan preacher, scholar, and writer.

2. a first name.

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Baxter British  

/ ˈbækstə /

noun

1. James ( Keir ). 1926–72, New Zealand lyric poet. His works include The Fallen House (1953) and In Fires of No Return (1958)

2. Richard . 1615–91, English Puritan divine and devotional writer: prominent in church affairs during the Restoration

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Example Sentences

She said she wanted to give another dog a "happy loving home" and the pair had visited Rhosneigr beach together, which Baxter "loved so much".

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

Jo Bowen-Jones, from Rhosneigr on Anglesey, was taking Baxter, a springer-spaniel, for a walk when he ran into long grass with his "nose to the ground".

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

Baxter was not given anti-venom over concerns about his breathing and possible side effects, which can include anaphylaxis.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

The group is trying to protect 80 houses on Baxter Road, an enclave with spectacular ocean views and named properties such as “Owl’s Nest.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

Mrs. Baxter picked up the water pitcher as Mr. Baxter dropped off his plate in the kitchen and went outside.

From "The Red Umbrella" by Christina Gonzalez