Barrymore

proper noun

Meaning

A surname of English origin, most famously associated with a dynasty of actors who dominated the American stage and early cinema in the 20th century.

Examples

The Barrymore family is often referred to as the royal family of the American theater.
She was reading a biography detailing the dramatic lives of the Barrymore siblings.

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Barrymore

proper noun

Pronunciation: ˈbærimɔːr

Definition

A surname of English origin, most famously associated with a dynasty of actors who dominated the American stage and early cinema in the 20th century.

Examples

The Barrymore family is often referred to as the royal family of the American theater.
She was reading a biography detailing the dramatic lives of the Barrymore siblings.

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