Corbett

[kawr-bit]

noun

1. James John Gentleman Jim, 1866–1933, U.S. boxer: world heavyweight champion 1892–97.

Corbett

/ ˈkɔːbət /

noun

1. mountaineering any separate mountain peak between 2500 feet and 3000 feet high: originally used of Scotland only, but now sometimes extended to other parts of the British Isles

Example Sentences

From hello, it could be goodbye to the Corbett Arms for good unless help is found to save the once grand building that was described by locals as the "gateway into the town".

From BBC

Mr Corbett's release was confirmed by his family.

From BBC

“It’s been insane,” said Marie Corbett, group sales manager at the 14 West boutique hotel in Laguna Beach.

From Los Angeles Times

Soon he has the whole room laughing with his impression of Ronnie Corbett having his make-up done.

From BBC

These zones are on Castle Street, Corbett Road and King Edward VII Avenue, where the runners cross the finish line.

From BBC