Penrose

noun

Sir Roger. born 1931, British mathematician and theoretical physicist, noted for his investigation of black holes

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The six-volume complete Penrose will be reviewed in a future edition of the TLS.
The Best of Brit Lit
Peter Stothard
December 13, 2010

Historical Examples of penrose

I say, Penrose, I'd like to ask you a couple of questions, if you don't mind?
Triplanetary
Edward Elmer Smith
"Some of it was, but most of it wasn't," Penrose interrupted in turn.
Triplanetary
Edward Elmer Smith
"Yes, we've settled in," he said quietly, as Penrose took stock.
Marriage la mode
Mrs. Humphry Ward
"We will see about this in the morning," said Mr. Penrose, significantly.
The Dude Wrangler
Caroline Lockhart
If Mr. Penrose had needed encouragement they would have furnished it.
The Dude Wrangler
Caroline Lockhart

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Penrose

[pĕn′rōz′]Roger Born 1931

British mathematical astronomer and physicist who worked with Stephen Hawking to explain the physics of black hole formation. He is also known for his theories on artificial intelligence.