Associations to the word «Webster»

Wiktionary

WEBSTER, proper noun. An English occupational surname​ for someone who was a weaver.
WEBSTER, proper noun. Any of various dictionaries published under the name Webster.
WEBSTER, noun. (now historical) A weaver (originally, specifically female).

Dictionary definition

WEBSTER, noun. English playwright (1580-1625).
WEBSTER, noun. United States politician and orator (1782-1817).
WEBSTER, noun. United States lexicographer (1758-1843).

Wise words

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