Phelps

[felps]

noun

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

2. a male given name.

Phelps

/ 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

Example Sentences

Ms Phelps said she sympathised with parents who have more than one child dealing with the new system.

From BBC

Actually, I was kind of discussing that with Michael Phelps, because he heard that I auctioned my medals.

From Los Angeles Times

There’s lots of firepower with talented juniors Isaiah Phelps and Alijah Royster.

From Los Angeles Times

"It's a young girl who is 12 years of age and it's right we are asking questions, but I got spanked by a 15-year-old Michael Phelps in Sydney and he went on to be the greatest swimmer we've ever seen," said Parry.

From BBC

William Phelps had no idea that the woman he married had a secret life.

From Los Angeles Times