Her·bert (hûr b rt), George 1593-1633. English metaphysical poet whose works, including "The Collar" (1633), are religious in theme and marked by rich symbolism and inventive meter. |
| Herbert, Victor 1859-1924. American composer and conductor best known for his comic operas, including Babes in Toyland (1903). |
Herbert [ˈhɜːbət]
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1. (Biographies / Herbert, Edward, 1st Baron Herbert of Cherbury (1583-1648) M, English, PHILOSOPHY: philosopher, WRITING: poet) Edward, 1st Baron Herbert of Cherbury. 1583-1648, English philosopher and poet, noted for his deistic views
2. (Biographies / Herbert, George (1593-1633) M, English, WRITING: poet) his brother, George. 1593-1633, English Metaphysical poet. His chief work is The Temple: Sacred Poems and Private Ejaculations (1633)
3. (Biographies / Herbert, Zbigniew (1924-1998) M, Polish, WRITING: poet, THEATRE: dramatist) Zbigniew (əzˈbɪgnɪəf), 1924-98, Polish poet and dramatist, noted esp for his dramatic monologues
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| Noun | 1. |  Herbert - United States musician and composer and conductor noted for his comic operas (1859-1924) |
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