O'Brien

[oh-brahy-uhn]

noun

1. Edna, born 1930, Irish novelist, short-story writer, and playwright.

O'Brien

/ əˈbraɪən /

noun

1. Conor Cruise. 1917–2008, Irish diplomat and writer. As an Irish Labour MP he served in the coalition government of 1973–77, becoming a senator (1977–79). He edited the Observer (1978–81)

2. Edna. born 1936, Irish novelist. Her books include The Country Girls (1960), Johnny I Hardly Knew You (1977), and In the Forest (2002)

3. Flann, real name Brian O'Nolan. 1911–66, Irish novelist and journalist. His novels include At Swim-Two-Birds (1939) and the posthumously published The Third Policeman (1967). As Myles na Gopaleen he wrote a satirical column for the Irish Times

4. Kerry. born 1945. Australian journalist and broadcaster

Example Sentences

"Much of the plan focuses on refining analytics, disclosure and engagement -- all important tools," said Brynn O'Brien, executive director of the Australasian Centre for Corporate Responsibility.

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O'Brien impressed on his first Ireland outings over the summer with two tries apiece in the wins over Georgia and Portugal.

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At a tariff hearing on Monday, O'Brien was told he will have to serve 26 years in jail before being eligible to apply to be freed on licence.

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Mason Lino's high kick rebounded back off O'Brien and the ball was quickly moved out to the right edge where Myers applied a super one-handed diving finish.

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Asked by LBC presenter James O'Brien whether Burnham was manoeuvring for leadership of the Labour Party, Sir Sadiq said that was "your characterisation".

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