Hubble
['hʌbəl]
Definition
(noun.) United States astronomer who discovered that (as the universe expands) the speed with which nebulae recede increases with their distance from the observer (1889-1953).
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Definition
n. (Scot.) an uproar: a heap as of work: (U.S.) a lump.—adj. Hub′bly.
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Examples
- My sister was uncommonly lively on the present occasion, and indeed was generally more gracious in the society of Mrs. Hubble than in other company. Charles Dickens. Great Expectations.
- This moral mystery seemed too much for the company until Mr. Hubble tersely solved it by saying, Naterally wicious. Charles Dickens. Great Expectations.
- Mr. Pumblechook and Mr. Hubble declined, on the plea of a pipe and ladies' society; but Mr. Wopsle said he would go, if Joe would. Charles Dickens. Great Expectations.
- Of course, or girl, Mr. Hubble, assented Mr. Wopsle, rather irritably, but there is no girl present. Charles Dickens. Great Expectations.
- I then descried Mr. and Mrs. Hubble; the last-named in a decent speechless paroxysm in a corner. Charles Dickens. Great Expectations.
- I have been speaking to Mrs. Hubble, and I am going to her to-morrow. Charles Dickens. Great Expectations.
- He was a world of trouble to you, ma'am, said Mrs. Hubble, commiserating my sister. Charles Dickens. Great Expectations.
- Or girl, suggested Mr. Hubble. Charles Dickens. Great Expectations.
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