Marcos

American  

[mahr-kohs] / ˈmɑr koʊs /

noun

1. Ferdinand E(dralin) 1917–1989, Philippine political leader: president 1965–86.

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Marcos British  

/ ˈmɑːkɒs /

noun

1. Ferdinand ( Edralin ). 1917–89, Filipino statesman; president of the Philippines from 1965; deposed and exiled in 1986

2. his wife, Imelda ( Remedios Visitacion Trinidad Romualdez ). born 1929, Filipino politician; governor of Manila (1976–86); notorious for her profligacy as first lady

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Example Sentences

“There’s a feeling that, if you do something stupid, there’s a chance that you’re going to become a big joke or the next meme,” said Marcos Sandoval-Ramirez, a 21-year-old living in Santa Ana, Calif.

From The Wall Street Journal

Marcos Llorente was a welcome return to the Atletico starting line-up after injury, and Simeone's team never looked likely to slip up against the team in 18th.

From Barron's

Presidential spokeswoman Claire Castro told reporters Wednesday that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. rejects suggestions that the Philippines is a hot spot for Islamic State training.

From The Wall Street Journal

After losing his family and home in the Philippines when Ferdinand Marcos declared martial law in the country, Al, who once studied to be a priest, says he’s deeply moved to be the recipient of the bayanihan spirit once again.

From Los Angeles Times

Angel Paws Pet Cremation appeared to be a nondescript San Marcos business, where grieving clients brought in their dearly departed pets — until they stopped getting their calls returned, and the building began to smell.

From Los Angeles Times