Crockford

British  

/ ˈkrɒkfəd /

noun

1. short for Crockford's Clerical Directory, the standard directory of living Anglican clergy

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Etymology

Origin of Crockford

C19: named after John Crockford (1823–65), clerk to Edward William Cox (1809–79), a lawyer who devised the directory

Example Sentences

Then they have a bunch of specific calls they give when interacting with others to keep the interaction going longer, such as laughing during play, or teeth clacking during grooming,” Crockford said.

From Salon • May 29, 2025

Mr Crockford said he asked his GP practice to refer him to a cardiologist at Scarborough Hospital before Christmas, when he started to feel so breathless he was unable to do any physical activity.

From BBC • Jan. 20, 2025

Spartina is the biggest threat to habitat for migratory birds in China because it prevents them from gathering food, Crockford says.

From Science Magazine • Mar. 7, 2023

But she’s happy to share that spotlight, too: The title track features five female bassists, including Jane Crockford from the British post-punk group the Mo-dettes and Emily Elhaj, who plays in Angel Olsen’s band.

From New York Times • Feb. 22, 2023

Doris Crockford shook Harry’s hand one last time, and Hagrid led them through the bar and out into a small, walled courtyard, where there was nothing but a trash can and a few weeds.

From "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" by J.K. Rowling