Kieffer
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of Kieffer
First recorded in 1875–80; named after American botanist Peter Kieffer (1812–90)
Example Sentences
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Add in defender Chris Mepham and goal threat Kieffer Moore, Wales were without 354 caps worth of experience in their squad for the play-offs.
From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026
They fell behind to a Kevin de Bruyne goal but Cardiff City Stadium erupted when Kieffer Moore equalised for Rob Page's side.
From BBC • Nov. 17, 2025
The two other officers who risked a trial, Matthew Galliher and Nicholas Kieffer, faced the same charges as Kingsley but were acquitted.
From Barron's • Oct. 20, 2025
Kieffer, who is not involved in negotiations, worked with Newsom when he regularly attended regents meetings as lieutenant governor.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 25, 2025
Don't imagine I have any axe on the grindstone in this matter; pecuniarily the Kieffer is no more to me than the Bartlett or dozens of other varieties.
From Prairie Farmer, Vol. 56: No. 12, March 22, 1884 A Weekly Journal for the Farm, Orchard and Fireside by Various
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