Devereux
[dev-uh-roo]
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noun
Robert, 2nd Earl of Essex,1566–1601, British statesman, soldier, and courtier of Queen Elizabeth I.
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"It was in the diplomatic school he was taught that art," said Mr. Devereux.
Tales And Novels, Volume 4 (of 10)Maria Edgeworth
I could not bear to see either Mr. Devereux or Lady Geraldine.
Tales And Novels, Volume 4 (of 10)Maria Edgeworth
Nay, Devereux, joking apart, I love you twice as well for your humour.
Devereux, CompleteEdward Bulwer-Lytton
We returned to Devereux Court, and we grew from boyhood into youth.
Devereux, CompleteEdward Bulwer-Lytton
Montrenil sent for him to come to the neighbourhood of Devereux Court.
Devereux, CompleteEdward Bulwer-Lytton
Devereux
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