Lillo

[ lil-oh ]

/ ˈlɪl oʊ /

George, 1693?–1739, English dramatist.

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The failure of his attempt upon the fort of Lillo compelled the Prince of Parma to change his measures.
The Revolt of The Netherlands, Complete|Friedrich Schiller
The statement made in the prologue to this play that Lillo died in poverty seems unfounded.
Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 16, Slice 6|Various
Lillo put the sketch on the mantel-shelf and drew his arm-chair to the fire.
The Greater Inclination|Edith Wharton
Romola sat nearly opposite Lillo, but she was not observing him.
Romola|George Eliot

Upon the 7th of May a more determined attempt was made upon the Kowenstyn, by the fleet from Lillo.
History of the United Netherlands, 1584-86, Vol. I. (of IV) Complete|John Lothrop Motley