| Burns (bûrnz), Arthur Frank 1904-1987. Austrian-born American economist and diplomat who served as chairman of the Federal Reserve Board (1970-1978) and U.S. ambassador to Germany (1981-1985). |
| Burns, George 1896-1996. American comedian and actor. From 1922 to 1964 he and Gracie Allen were a popular husband-and-wife comedy team. After her death he appeared in both comic and dramatic roles, winning an Academy Award in 1975 for The Sunshine Boys. |
| Burns, Robert 1759-1796. Scottish poet considered the major poetic voice of his nation. His lyrics, written in dialect and infused with humor, celebrate love, patriotism, and rustic life. Burns  i·an adj. |
Burns [bɜːnz]
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(Biographies / Burns, Robert (1759-1796) M, Scottish, WRITING: poet) Robert. 1759-96, Scottish lyric poet. His verse, written mostly in dialect, includes love songs, nature poetry, and satires. Auld Lang Syne and Tam o' Shanter are among his best known poems
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| Noun | 1. | Burns - United States comedian and film actor (1896-1996) |
| 2. |  Burns - celebrated Scottish poet (1759-1796) |
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