kirby
[kur-bee]
- a fishhook having an even bend.
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Origin of kirby
First recorded in 1795–1805; after the proper name
Also called kirby hook.
Kirby
[kur-bee]
- a male given name.
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Examples from the Web for kirby
Contemporary Examples
“The team has assessed that there far fewer Yazidis on Mount Sinjar than previously feared,” Kirby said in a statement Wednesday.
“Neutralization will be conducted in a safe and environmentally sound manner,” Kirby said in a statement.
Syria’s Chemical Weapons Arrive in Notorious Mafia PortBarbie Latza Nadeau, Christopher Dickey
July 1, 2014
Kirby relocated to Moscow from Cleveland and now hosts shows both on RT and the state-controlled Radio Mayak.
But listening to Kirby, this man now realizes “that things are worse or the same over there.”
Kirby said this would include "exercises, bilateral meetings, port visits and planning conferences."
Historical Examples
"Why, there's judgment in all things," said Kirby, stirring the liquor in his kettles briskly.
The PioneersJames Fenimore Cooper
There is not a better hand over a kettle in the county than that same Kirby.
The PioneersJames Fenimore Cooper
Kirby stopped short, and looked from one of his companions to the other in astonishment.
The PioneersJames Fenimore Cooper
Talkers, he was about to add, but the impatience of Kirby interrupted him.
The PioneersJames Fenimore Cooper
Before he seated himself he handed me a card, on which was engraved "Kirby Cornwood."
Down SouthOliver Optic