Masefield

American

[meys-feeld, meyz-] / ˈmeɪsˌfild, ˈmeɪz- /

noun

John, 1878–1967, English poet: poet laureate 1930–67.

Masefield British

/ ˈmeɪsˌfiːld /

noun

John. 1878–1967, English poet, novelist, and critic; poet laureate (1930–67)

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The incumbent, John Masefield, had died after 37 years in the post.

From BBC

As he handed down a life sentence, the judge said Masefield's previous conviction was a "significant aggravating factor" in setting the minimum custodial term.

From BBC

The force said the safe, which had been forced open, was found dumped in a car park off Runnells Lane, near Masefield Road, in Thornton, on Saturday.

From BBC

Mark Masefield, 52, of George Road, was due to appear at Birmingham Magistrates Court on Saturday.

From BBC

The Midnight Folk by John Masefield A childhood classic filled with everything the young imagination might conjure up from the shadows: witches, wizards, talking animals, seafaring adventures and rides on flying broomsticks.

From The Guardian

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