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Herbert

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Her·bert  (hûrbrt), George 1593-1633.
English metaphysical poet whose works, including "The Collar" (1633), are religious in theme and marked by rich symbolism and inventive meter.
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Noun1.HerbertHerbert - United States musician and composer and conductor noted for his comic operas (1859-1924)
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