Langevin

American  

[lahn-zhuh-vin, lang-guh-vin] / ˌlɑn ʒəˈvɪn, ˈlæŋ gəˌvɪn /

noun

1. Paul 1872–1946, French physicist.

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Langevin Scientific  

/ länzh-văn′ /

1. French physicist who during World War I pioneered the use of sonar techniques to detect submarines. He also advanced the theory of magnetism and the study of the molecular structure of gases.

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In addition to his wife, Mr. Whitlock is survived by his son Allen; his stepdaughter, Jessica Capps; his stepson, Nicholas Langevin; and a granddaughter.

From New York Times ● Dec. 29, 2022

“You’d see somebody struggling to keep up, with 30 drinks on the counter,” said Ms. Langevin, who has been active in the union campaign.

From New York Times ● Dec. 11, 2022

With the retirement of longtime Democratic Rep. Jim Langevin, the state’s 2nd Congressional District is open for the first time in two decades.

From Seattle Times ● Nov. 8, 2022

Rep. Jim Langevin, Rhode Island Democrat, was prevented from boarding a Lufthansa flight from Boston to Italy on Aug. 20 due to the lithium-ion batteries in his wheelchair.

From Washington Times ● Sep. 14, 2022

Langevin replies: "I am not beautiful, and I am not a girl."

From The Man With The Broken Ear by Henry Holt