Curtis

American  

[kur-tis] / ˈkɜr tɪs /

noun

1. Benjamin Robbins, 1809–74, U.S. jurist: associate justice of the U.S. Supreme Court 1851–57; resigned in dissent over Dred Scott case.

2. Charles, 1860–1936, vice president of the U.S. 1929–33.

3. Cyrus Hermann Kotzschmar 1850–1933, U.S. publisher.

4. George Ticknor 1812–94, U.S. attorney and writer.

5. George William, 1824–92, U.S. essayist, editor, and reformer.

6. a male given name: from an Old French word meaning “courteous.”

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Example Sentences

Gakpo wasted two early opportunities with a deflected strike that whistled wide, before he made a hash of finishing off Curtis Jones' pass.

From Barron's

It was about Tony Curtis, new to Hollywood and unknown, a Bronx boy hoping for the life of an actor.

From The Wall Street Journal

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has praised Curtis Jones's willingness to get involved in tough situations, as the midfielder's return has coincided with the Premier League champions' best run of results since September.

From Barron's

Curtis, who has also won a Scottish National, had worked wonders to get Haiti Couleurs back to form after a disappointing performance last month when he failed to finish.

From Barron's

The recognition "is a testament to its deep-rooted culinary traditions and vibrant food ecosystem", Tim Curtis, director and representative, Unesco Regional Office for South Asia, said.

From BBC