Reynard
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of Reynard
from earlier Renard, Renart , hero of the French bestiary Roman de Renart : ultimately from the Old High German name Reginhart , literally: strong in counsel
Example Sentences
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Providing guidance and backup are Necar Zadegan, who was in “NCIS: New Orleans,” as New York station deputy chief Nikki Reynard, and Natalee Linez as computer-wrangling analyst Gina Gosian.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 23, 2026
"We understand and share the anger, we understand and share the very emotional, very strong reactions after the tragedy," Mathias Reynard, president of the Wallis cantonal government, told France Info radio on Monday.
From Barron's • Jan. 5, 2026
"Many people were injured and are still fighting to live", Mr Reynard said.
From BBC • Jan. 2, 2026
Set in the Age of Discovery, it’s the story of the hapless English apprentice Reynard, who finds himself on a fantastical adventure after surviving an attack by the Spanish Armada.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 19, 2021
“I daresay Reynard feels much the same, George. But let’s not quibble. Reynard went first last time. You may go first this time. Take your seat.”
From "The Mysterious Benedict Society" by Trenton Lee Stewart
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