Burns

American  

[burnz] / bɜrnz /

noun

1. Arthur F(rank), 1904–1987, U.S. economist, born in Austria: chairman of the Federal Reserve Board 1970–78.

2. George Nathan Birnbaum, 1896–1996, U.S. comedian (partner and husband of Gracie Allen).

3. Robert, 1759–96, Scottish poet.

4. Tommy Noah Brusso, 1881–1955, U.S. boxer: world heavyweight champion 1906–08.

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Burns British  

/ bɜːnz /

noun

1. Robert . 1759–96, Scottish lyric poet. His verse, written mostly in dialect, includes love songs, nature poetry, and satires. Auld Lang Syne and Tam o' Shanter are among his best known poems

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Example Sentences

But those following the industry “can start to see this light at the end of the tunnel,” says Rick Palacios, Jr., the director of research at John Burns Research and Consulting.

From Barron's • Jun. 26, 2026

He studied economics at New York University before starting a doctorate at Columbia University, where he studied under Arthur Burns, who would also lead the Fed.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 22, 2026

After leading by six strokes through 54 holes, his advantage over Sam Burns was down to just one after only five holes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 21, 2026

Burns, who led after 54 holes in last year's tournament, came closest to catching Clark.

From BBC • Jun. 21, 2026

I tell her about Trista Smith and Britton Burns running out of class faster than usual.

From "Look Both Ways" by Jason Reynolds