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Milne

American

[miln] / mɪln /

noun

A(lan) A(lexander), 1882–1956, English novelist, playwright, and author of prose and verse for children.

Milne British

/ mɪln /

noun

A ( lan ) A ( lexander ). 1882–1956, English writer, noted for his books and verse for children, including When We Were Very Young (1924) and Winnie the Pooh (1926)

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Paul Burnell, wearing number three, would be behind Milne and so on down the line to the last man, Gavin Hastings, with the 15 on his back.

From BBC • May 17, 2026

The famous toy bear Winnie took its name from a black bear in London Zoo, that was particularly popular with children, including the son of AA Milne.

From BBC • Apr. 25, 2026

Kimberly Milne died aged 28 after being struck by multiple vehicles on the A90 in Dundee in July 2023.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

Michael Milne will provide loose-head cover on the bench.

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026

I submitted, resignedly enough, to the ostentation of vulgar patronage, while Mrs Milne unfolded her plan.

From Discipline by Brunton, Mary

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