Higgins

[hig-inz]

noun

1. George V., 1939–99, U.S. novelist.

Higgins

/ ˈhɪɡɪnz /

noun

1. Alex, known as Hurricane Higgins . 1949–2010, Northern Irish snooker player: world champion (1972, 1982)

2. Jack, real name Harry Patterson . born 1929, British novelist; his thrillers include The Eagle Has Landed (1975), Confessional (1985), and Midnight Runner (2002)

Example Sentences

Anthony McGill will play Shaun Murphy in the final of the British Open on Sunday after winning four consecutive frames to beat compatriot John Higgins.

From BBC

But the 34-year-old was delighted to record his third professional win over Higgins in nine meetings, having trailed 2-1 and 3-2.

From BBC

When Higgins took the fifth frame with a break of 111, the former world champion looked to be in the groove.

From BBC

Upon his death aged 84 in 2017, Irish President Michael D Higgins said Rooney was "deeply committed to Ireland" and that his contributions to peace and reconciliation had left a "real and tangible legacy".

From BBC

In 2024, Busbice donated $4,300 to the campaign of Rep. Clay Higgins, R-La., and another $4,300 to a committee supporting Higgins’ election.

From Salon