Phelps

American  

[felps] / fɛlps /

noun

1. William Lyon 1865–1943, U.S. educator and literary critic.

2. a male given name.

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Phelps British  

/ fɛlps /

noun

1. Michael ( Fred ). born 1985, US swimmer, who won a record eighteen gold medals at three Olympic Games: six in 2004, eight in 2008, and four in 2012

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Example Sentences

Junior Zion Phelps, in his first season running track for Loyola and a defensive back and receiver in football, is the king of the 100 meters vs.

From Los Angeles Times

In the 100 meters, the first four finishers were football players, led by Loyola’s Zion Phelps, who ran 10.56 seconds to edge Emmanuel Pullins, who ran 10.59.

From Los Angeles Times

Bede's School said the care and safety of its pupils remained its "highest priority" and that Phelps's actions did not reflect "the high professional standards we hold dear".

From BBC

At the time, Phelps was a deputy boarding housemaster, tutor and performing arts technician at the senior school for students aged 13 to 18.

From BBC

One WhatsApp message Phelps sent said: "I hope you've had a good night, I'm falling asleep with my phone in my hand. I love you and wish you sweet dream!! Contact me about anything xxxxxx."

From BBC