Definitions of Cornell
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United States businessman who unified the telegraph system in the United States and who in 1865 (with Andrew D. White) founded Cornell University (1807-1874)
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synonyms:
Ezra Cornell
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businessman, man of affairs
a person engaged in commercial or industrial business (especially an owner or executive)
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altruist, philanthropist
someone who makes charitable donations intended to increase human well-being
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businessman, man of affairs
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United States actress noted for her performances in Broadway plays (1893-1974)
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synonyms:
Katherine Cornell
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actress
a female actor
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actress
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