Herbert

American  

[hur-bert] / ˈhɜr bərt /

noun

1. Frank, 1920–86, U.S. science-fiction writer.

2. George, 1593–1633, English clergyman and poet.

3. Victor, 1859–1924, U.S. composer and orchestra conductor, born in Ireland.

4. a male given name: from Old English words meaning “army” and “bright.”

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Herbert British  

/ ˈhɜːbət /

noun

1. Edward, 1st Baron Herbert of Cherbury. 1583–1648, English philosopher and poet, noted for his deistic views

2. his brother, George . 1593–1633, English Metaphysical poet. His chief work is The Temple: Sacred Poems and Private Ejaculations (1633)

3. Zbigniew ( ^ə zˈbɪɡnɪəf), 1924–98, Polish poet and dramatist, noted esp for his dramatic monologues

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Example Sentences

Terence Herbert, SCC's chief executive, said he extended his "sincere condolences" to Brooke's family and friends.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

Frances Perkins, Franklin Roosevelt’s Labor secretary, recalled having to clean up the agency — not just morally and ethically, but with broom and bucket, when she took over from William Nuckles Doak, Herbert Hoover’s appointee.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

Herbert Byrd, 57, a former Oakdale officer, said Doyle delivered after he was first elected chief in 2020, securing equipment upgrades and long-sought raises for the force.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

“We believe the -10 carries a strong pricing profile and will likely be critical for margins inflecting positive in 2027,” wrote RBC analyst Ken Herbert in a preview report.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

Upon this Clara said to Herbert, “Papa wants me, darling!” and ran away.

From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens