burke


Definition: Meaning of, burke in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / bɜːk /

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  1. murder without leaving a trace on the body
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  2. get rid of, silence, or suppress
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Burke


Definition: Meaning of, Burke in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / bɜːk /

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  1. 1729-1797 british statesman famous for his oratory; pleaded the cause of the American colonists in British Parliament and defended the parliamentary system
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  2. 1852-1903 united States frontierswoman and legendary figure of the Wild West noted for her marksmanship
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Burke used in phrases

  • Burke's Peerage
    1. a book that gives details of all the NOBLE families in the UK who have special titles such as 'Duke' or 'Earl'
  • Burke, Edmund
    1. (1729-97) a British Whig politician, born in Dublin, Ireland. He wrote many works of political THEORY and was also a great speaker.
  • Edmund Burke (noun)
    1. 1729-1797 british statesman famous for his oratory; pleaded the cause of the American colonists in British Parliament and defended the parliamentary system
  • Martha Jane Burke (noun)
    1. 1852-1903 united States frontierswoman and legendary figure of the Wild West noted for her marksmanship
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