Associations to the word «Edgar»

Wiktionary

EDGAR, proper noun. A male given name.
EDGAR, proper noun. A patronymic surname​.
EDGAR, acronym. Electronic Data-Gathering, Analysis, and Retrieval, a system that performs automated collection, validation, indexing, acceptance, and forwarding of submissions by companies and others who are required by law to file forms with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC").

Dictionary definition

EDGAR, noun. The younger brother of Edwy who became king of Northumbria when it renounced Edwy; on Edwy's death he succeeded to the throne of England (944-975).

Wise words

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