Thayer

[they-er, thair]

noun

1. Sylvanus, 1785–1872, U.S. army officer and educator.

2. William Roscoe, 1859–1923, U.S. historian and author.

Example Sentences

Noah Thayer, a senior at JSerra, has booted field goals from 55 and 54 yards this season, made a game-winning 31-yard field goal against Oak Hills and is 16 for 16 on PATs.

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JSerra coach Victor Santa Cruz said Thayer has his complete confidence.

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Thayer said he gained strength and muscle in the offseason, going from 5-feet-8, 140 pounds to 5-9, 165 to help him increase his distance on kicks.

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The West Point Association of Graduates has canceled an award ceremony for actor Tom Hanks, who was scheduled to receive the prestigious Sylvanus Thayer Award on September 25.

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The Thayer Award, named for the “Father of West Point,” is traditionally given to a U.S. citizen whose service and accomplishments exemplify the academy’s values.

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