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Elton

American  
[el-tn] / ˈɛl tn /

noun

  1. a male given name.


Elton British  
/ ˈɛltən /

noun

  1. Ben ( jamin ) ( Charles ). born 1959, British comedian, scriptwriter, playwright, and novelist; his work includes the Blackadder series for television (1987–89), the play Gasping (1990), the novel High Society (2002), and the lyrics to the musical We Will Rock You (2002)

  2. Charles Sutherland. 1900–91, British zoologist: initiated the study of animal ecology

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The prince gave emotional testimony during the proceedings in which several high-profile figures, including singer Elton John and actor Elizabeth Hurley, accused the tabloid publisher of invading their privacy.

From Barron's • Jul. 10, 2026

The prince gave emotional testimony during the proceedings, in which several high-profile figures, including pop star Elton John and actor Elizabeth Hurley, accused the tabloid publisher of invading their privacy.

From Barron's • Jul. 7, 2026

There were concerts and festivals in various venues on the Fourth that featured superstars including the Eagles, Fleetwood Mac, Queen, The Who, Elton John and Elvis Presley.

From Salon • Jun. 30, 2026

Baron’s annual conferences, which have featured performances by celebrities including Elton John, Paul McCartney and Lady Gaga, demonstrate his devotion to Musk.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

“And I am quite serious too, I assure you,” replied Mrs. Elton gaily, “in resolving to be always on the watch, and employing my friends to watch also, that nothing really unexceptionable may pass us.”

From "Emma" by Jane Austen

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