Geiger

American

[gahy-ger] / ˈgaɪ gər /

noun

Hans 1882–1947, German physicist.

Geiger British

/ ˈɡaɪɡə /

noun

Hans (hans). 1882–1945, German physicist: developed the Geiger counter

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Geiger Scientific

/ gī′gər /

German physicist who was a pioneer in nuclear physics. He invented numerous instruments and techniques used to detect charged particles, including the Geiger counter (1908).

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Management has said they expect that figure to drop significantly in 2026, when factoring out last year’s acquisition of Kurt Geiger, which makes handbags, footwear and other accessories.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 25, 2026

But Ohio State’s Geiger expressed serious doubts about extending the season any further.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 5, 2025

The big question will be whether the company provides guidance for the next fiscal year, Geiger added.

From Barron's • Oct. 29, 2025

A bucket of radioactive uranium ore sets a Geiger counter wailing.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2025

“Do you know what a Geiger counter is?”

From "Z for Zachariah" by Robert C. O’Brien

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