Skelton

[skel-tn]

noun

1. John, c1460–1529, English poet.

2. Richard Bernard Red, 1913–97, U.S. actor and comedian.

Skelton

/ ˈskɛltən /

noun

1. John. ?1460–1529, English poet celebrated for his short rhyming lines using the rhythms of colloquial speech

Other Word Forms

• Skeltonic adjective

Example Sentences

The availability of forwards Will Skelton and Rob Valetini could make the difference in tough autumn fixtures that include England, Ireland and France.

From BBC

When I was 12 and 13, television was mainly variety shows, Jackie Gleason, Red Skelton, Danny Kaye.

From Los Angeles Times

La Rochelle's Will Skelton, as well as Taniela Tupou, Tom Hooper and Langi Gleeson - who will play for Racing 92, Exeter and Montpellier respectively next season - are among those who may benefit.

From BBC

He won the first of his 21 Australia caps in 2022 and captained the team in three matches at the 2023 Rugby World Cup after an injury to first-choice skipper Skelton.

From BBC

They had to do without the great Will Skelton for the first and for much of the second Test, while their best player, Rob Valetini, was fit for just 40 minutes of the whole series.

From BBC