Gibbs

American  

[gibz] / gɪbz /

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.

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Gibbs British  

/ 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

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Gibbs Scientific  

/ gĭbz /

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.

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Example Sentences

For more than 25 years, under the name Harriet Tubman, Messrs. Ross, Gibbs and Lewis have crafted a gorgeous balance of bombast and repose, and a distinctive approach to trio interplay.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

Messrs. Gibbs and Ross met on a Brooklyn street in 1983; years later, Mr. Gibbs joined Mr. Ross’s ensemble.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

The best example is when Harmon decided to step down in 2021 — Gibbs decided a life fly fishing in Alaska was more his speed.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

Marc Cavey, the decision maker on the Teaching Regulatory Authority panel, banned Gibbs from teaching in schools, sixth forms, college or relevant youth accommodation in England.

From BBC • Feb. 20, 2026

Gibbs swiftly turns around, and we slip inside the building.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin