Turpin

[ tur-pin ]

/ ˈtɜr pɪn /

noun

Ben,1874–1940, U.S. silent-film comedian.

RichardDick, 1706–39, English highwayman.

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Examples from the Web for turpin

“We found out he was in custody and shortly after that there was evidence he died in Florida,” said Turpin.
Los Angeles Police Pin Old Murders of Three Women on Dead Serial Killer|Christine Pelisek|August 3, 2012|DAILY BEAST
“I think there are probably more victims out there,” said Turpin.
Los Angeles Police Pin Old Murders of Three Women on Dead Serial Killer|Christine Pelisek|August 3, 2012|DAILY BEAST
Turpin did some record-checking and tracked Hubbard down in Florida.
Los Angeles Police Pin Old Murders of Three Women on Dead Serial Killer|Christine Pelisek|August 3, 2012|DAILY BEAST
In the donjon five children, one of whom is his nephew Roland, are imprisoned under the care of Turpin.
Georges Guynemer|Henry Bordeaux

Turpin used his high position only for the welfare of the empire, and did a great many good works.
Legends of the Rhine|Wilhelm Ruland
"That's exactly what I wish to know, my dear fellow," said Turpin, eagerly.
Rookwood|William Harrison Ainsworth
But Starlight, unlike Turpin, does not become vain with success, and is far from being enamoured with his profession.
Australian Writers|Desmond Byrne
First chosen of all was Oliver, and among the others was the valorous Archbishop Turpin.
With Spurs of Gold|Frances Nimmo Greene

British Dictionary definitions for turpin

Turpin

/ (ˈtɜːpɪn) /

noun

Dick . 1706–39, English highwayman

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