Eastman

American

[eest-muhn] / ˈist mən /

noun

George, 1854–1932, U.S. philanthropist and inventor in the field of photography.
Max Forrester 1883–1969, U.S. editor and writer.

Eastman British

/ ˈiːstmən /

noun

George. 1854–1932, US manufacturer of photographic equipment: noted for the introduction of roll film and developments in colour photography

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"Big pharma's GLP-1 backbones are already excellent," Eastman said.

From Science Daily • Apr. 28, 2026

Perkins Eastman, which is leading the design of the pool site, also worked on the renovation and expansion of Griffith Observatory from 2002 to 2006, when the firm was known as Pfeiffer Partners.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 20, 2026

The first digital camera was prototyped in 1975 by Eastman Kodak, which owned 90% of the U.S. film market.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 11, 2026

Eastman Kodak has also doubled from its mid-August lows, peaking near the very round $10 number after printing a bearish evening star pattern on Dec. 10.

From Barron's • Dec. 22, 2025

Dr. Eastman told me that I could write to you with more questions about Penikese and the babies who were born there: Jason and Morgan.

From "Beyond the Bright Sea" by Lauren Wolk

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