Crockett

American

[krok-it] / ˈkrɒk ɪt /

noun

David Davy, 1786–1836, U.S. frontiersman, politician, and folklore hero.

Crockett British

/ ˈkrɒkɪt /

noun

David, known as Davy Crockett. 1786–1836, US frontiersman, politician, and soldier

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“Right now, we are experiencing Black joy to the highest level,” Crockett said, according to video of the event.

From Salon ● Sep. 15, 2026

US Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett has similarly requested federal intervention.

From BBC ● Sep. 9, 2026

Rep. Jasmine Crockett of Texas, who lost the primary for U.S.

From Slate ● Aug. 14, 2026

Jack White stepped in when Charley Crockett accidentally hired, then fired, a satanic doo-wop duo.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 15, 2026

Mrs. Brown motions toward where Joey Farland and Charlie Price stand with their toy rifles and the Davy Crockett hats they’ve talked Mrs. Brown into letting them wear.

From "Before We Were Free" by Julia Alvarez

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