Gilbert
ˈɡɪlbərt
Definition

Definition of Gilbert - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
namesurname
  • The famous author was known as Mr. Gilbert.
last name surname
2.
theaterUKEnglish dramatist and librettist, collaborated with SullivanUK
  • Gilbert's operettas are still performed worldwide.
author librettist playwright
3.
explorationUKEnglish navigator who established a colony in NewfoundlandUK
  • Gilbert's expedition marked a new era of exploration.
explorer navigator
4.
geographyRareUStown in Maricopa County, ArizonaRareUS
  • Gilbert is known for its vibrant community events.
community municipality town
5.
architectureRareUSUS architect who influenced skyscraper developmentRareUS
  • Gilbert's designs changed the urban skyline.
architect
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Expressions with Gilbert

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Gilbert and Ellice Islandsn.
former British protectorate and colony in the Pacific Ocean
The Gilbert and Ellice Islands gained independence in the late 20th century.
Gilbert Islandsn.
group of islands in the Pacific Ocean
The Gilbert Islands are part of Kiribati.
Gilbert and Sullivann.
comic Victorian operas written by the nineteenth-century British duo
I enjoy listening to Gilbert and Sullivan on weekends.

Origin of Gilbert

Germanic, Gisilbert (pledge + bright)

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Savoyardn.
theater
performer in Gilbert and Sullivan operettas
Savoyardadj.
theater
related to Gilbert and Sullivan operettas
Gilbert Islandsn.
history
historically part of the British colony of Gilbert and Ellice Islands
Gilbertiann.
admirer
person who admires W. S. Gilbert's works
Gilbertiann.
arts
scholar specializing in W. S. Gilbert's style
Gilbertiann.
literature
work exemplifying W. S. Gilbert's style
Gilbertianadj.
literature
resembling the satirical humor of Gilbert's operas
Gilbert and Sullivann.
arts
the duo of W.S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan

Examples of Gilbert in a sentence

  • The Gilberts have lived here for generations.
  • Gilbert's witty lyrics captivated audiences.
  • The influence of Gilbert on musical theater is undeniable.
  • Gilbert's legacy is remembered in history books.
  • The voyage led by Gilbert was groundbreaking.
  • Gilbert has rapidly grown over the past decade.

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  3. Italian:Gilbert, città della contea di Maricopa in Arizona, ...
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  6. Chinese:吉尔伯特, ...
  7. Japanese:ギルバート, ...
  8. Arabic:جيلبرت, غيلبرت, ...
  9. Hebrew:גִּילְבֶּרְט, אֲדְרִיכָל אָמֶרִיקָאִי, ...
  10. Russian:Гилберт, ...
  11. Ukrainian:Гілберт, ...
  12. Hindi:गिल्बर्ट, ...
gilbert
ˈɡɪlbərt

Definition of gilbert - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

magnetismDatedunit of magnetomotive force in CGS systemDated
  • The coil's magnetomotive force was measured in gilberts.
  • The engineer calculated the circuit's strength in gilberts.
  • Gilberts were used to quantify the magnet's force.
magnetomotive measure unit
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Origin of gilbert

French, gilbert (a given name)

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  6. Chinese:吉尔伯特, ...
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