Seabury

[ see-ber-ee, -buh-ree ]

/ ˈsiˌbɛr i, -bə ri /

Samuel, 1729–96, American clergyman: first bishop of the Protestant Episcopal Church.

Samuel, 1873–1958, U.S. jurist (great-great-grandson of Samuel Seabury).

QUIZZES

Nourish your vocabulary with a refresher on the words from the week of September 14–20, 2020!

Question 1 of 7

What does “blatherskite” mean?

Im sorry I cant offer you some dry garments, said Mr. Seabury with a smile, but the fact is my boys are all girls.
The Motor Boys in Strange Waters|Clarence Young
I had considerable fun with Cap'n Jonadab over his not landing a rich husband for the Seabury girl.
Cape Cod Stories|Joseph C. Lincoln
The old Seabury house on Eighth avenue was erected prior to 1860 and for many years was a landmark in that end of town.
History of Linn County Iowa|Luther A. Brewer
Thornton and his father went on deck, leaving Mrs. Seabury to attend to the Captain, who was awake and in much pain.
Harper's Round Table, June 4, 1895|Various

At his death the fine old Seabury place had dwindled to a lone hundred feet of land, the little house, and a mortgage on both.
The Depot Master|Joseph C. Lincoln