noun
Etymology
Origin of Ernie
C20: acronym of E lectronic R andom N umber I ndicator E quipment
Example Sentences
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TJX draws customers with bargains on branded goods, and Chief Executive Ernie Herrman cited the off-price model’s flexibility.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026
As first reported by The Wall Street Journal, the property—which sits on nearly two acres of lush land—is listed with Jon Grauman of Resident Group and Ernie Carswell of Sotheby’s International Realty.
From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026
Morecambe is honouring the comedic double act Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise with the artwork, which will be revealed by Eric's children Gary and Gail.
From BBC • May 14, 2026
Although it has recruited prominent AI researchers and its "Ernie" tool was one of the country's first AI chatbots, Baidu's fortunes have remained tied to its massive search and online marketing business.
From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026
Genie squinted in the bright light to scope out Ernie, who was now shaking Samantha’s paw, before responding.
From "As Brave As You" by Jason Reynolds
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