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English > 2 senses of the expression William Cowper:
NOUNperson William Cowper, CowperEnglish surgeon who discovered Cowper's gland (1666-1709 )
person William Cowper, CowperEnglish poet who wrote hymns and poetry about nature (1731-1800 )
English > William Cowper: 2 senses > noun 1, person
MeaningEnglish surgeon who discovered Cowper's gland (1666-1709 ).
SynonymCowper
Instance ofsurgeon, operating surgeon, sawbonesA physician who specializes in surgery / surgery
English > William Cowper: 2 senses > noun 2, person
MeaningEnglish poet who wrote hymns and poetry about nature (1731-1800 ).
SynonymCowper
Instance ofpoetA writer of poems (the term is usually reserved for writers of good poetry)