Fawkes
['fɔ:ks]
Definition
(noun.) English conspirator who was executed for his role in a plot to blow up James I and the Houses of Parliament (1570-1606).
Typist: Manfred--From WordNet
Examples
- He consults his watch, and says (like Guy Fawkes), he'll now go down to the House of Commons and see how things look. Charles Dickens. Our Mutual Friend.
- I am not at all obliged to it for making me Guy Fawkes in the vault and a Sneak in the area both at once,' said Eugene. Charles Dickens. Our Mutual Friend.
- He's a-keepin' guard in the lane vith that 'ere dark lantern, like a amiable Guy Fawkes! Charles Dickens. The Pickwick Papers.
- Abbot, I think, gave me credit for being a sort of infantine Guy Fawkes. Charlotte Bronte. Jane Eyre.
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