Guthrie

American  

[guhth-ree] / ˈgʌθ ri /

noun

1. A(lfred) B(ertram), Jr., 1901–91, U.S. novelist.

2. Sir (William) Tyrone, 1900–71, English stage director and producer.

3. Woodrow Wilson Woody, 1912–67, U.S. folk singer.

4. a city in central Oklahoma: the former state capital.

5. a male given name.

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Guthrie British  

/ ˈɡʌθrɪ /

noun

1. Samuel. 1782–1848, US chemist: invented percussion priming powder and a punch lock for exploding it, and discovered chloroform (1831)

2. Sir ( William ) Tyrone . 1900–71, English theatrical director

3. Woody, full name Woodrow Wilson Guthrie. 1912–67, US folk singer and songwriter. His songs include "So Long, it's been Good to Know you" (1940) and "This Land is your Land" (1944)

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Example Sentences

Savannah Guthrie on Monday released the latest video appeal for public help in tracking down her ailing mother, who suffers from heart problems and needs regular medication.

From Barron's

US news anchor Savannah Guthrie has issued a new plea for help as the reported deadline for a ransom payment for her mother's safe return loomed.

From BBC

“Today” co-anchor Savannah Guthrie pleaded for members of the public to help in the search for her missing mother, saying in a video on her Instagram page Monday, “We are at an hour of desperation.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Interviewer Savannah Guthrie pushed Williams further, saying "that's a maybe to me", and the seven-time Wimbledon singles champion said: "It's not a maybe."

From BBC

The looming deadline comes as both law enforcement officials and Guthrie’s family express concerns about the 84-year-old’s health.

From Los Angeles Times