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Humphries

British  
/ ˈhʌmfrɪz /

noun

  1. ( John ) Barry . born 1934, Australian comic actor and writer, best known for creating the character Dame Edna Everage

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Not far away, I found the former owner, Richard Humphries, at his home.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

Head zoo keeper Lizzy Humphries is in charge of caring for the 100 animals at the zoo, and gives me a tour of their conservation successes.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

The 19-year-old was in disbelief at regaining the crown in one of the all-time great finals with Luke Humphries because he came close to quitting the invitational event.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

"It's been a struggle this year," Humphries told Sky Sports.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

"Mr. Humphries," responded the irritated wife, "you don't know how one's temper and good nature are put out, sir, by housekeeping; by the impudence, awkwardness, and wasteful habits of servants, sir."

From The Humors of Falconbridge A Collection of Humorous and Every Day Scenes by Falconbridge

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