Spencer

Spen·cer  (spnsr), Herbert 1820-1903.

British philosopher who attempted to apply the theory of evolution to philosophy and ethics in his series Synthetic Philosophy (1855-1893).

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spen·cer ¹  (spnsr)

n. Nautical

A trysail.

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[Perhaps from the name Spencer.]

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spen·cer ²  (spnsr)

n.

1. A short double-breasted overcoat worn by men in the early 19th century.

2. A close-fitting, waist-length jacket worn by women.

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[After George John Spencer, Second Earl Spencer (1758-1834).]

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Spencer - English philosopher and sociologist who applied the theory of natural selection to human societies (1820-1903) Herbert Spencer