Gibbs

[gibz]

noun

1. James, 1682–1754, Scottish architect and author.

2. Josiah Willard, 1839–1903, U.S. physicist.

3. Oliver Wolcott 1822–1908, U.S. chemist and educator.

4. Sir Philip, 1877–1962, English journalist and writer.

Gibbs

/ ɡɪbz /

noun

1. James. 1682–1754, British architect; his buildings include St Martin's-in-the-Fields, London (1722–26), and the Radcliffe Camera, Oxford (1737–49)

2. Josiah Willard. 1839–1903, US physicist and mathematician: founder of chemical thermodynamics

Gibbs

1. American physicist known especially for his investigations of thermodynamics. He developed methods for analyzing the thermodynamic properties of substances, and his findings established the basic theory for physical chemistry.

Example Sentences

Yum’s CEO, David Gibbs, offered the usual corporate boilerplate: the move would support “sustainable growth” and better serve customers, employees, and shareholders.

From Salon

"I always found it a struggle to actually say 'no' to him, you know?" reflected Gibbs.

From BBC

She and Gibbs alternated in the play’s female lead role.

From Los Angeles Times

Last month, Alvin Gibbs, bassist of the British punk band U.K.

From Los Angeles Times

In a statement to Bloomberg, company spokesperson Robert Gibbs said that “the rumor of an imminent leadership change at the studio is not accurate.”

From Los Angeles Times