Glendower
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- proper noun
- In Shakespeare's play, Glendower claims he has the ability to summon spirits from the vasty deep.
Examples
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- Absolutely, this is 2495 Glendower, the universe has brought you where you belong.
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Is this 2495 Glendower?
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If, however, like Glendower, we claim the capacity to call up spirits from the vasty deep, we must consider Hotspur's response: "But will they come when you do call for them?"
Academic text (1993) -
Jack will be appearing with other Glendower Media authors, including Denny McLain, Tom Saunders, and some surprises in the coming months.
Blog text (12) -
Owen Glendower led a fierce rebellion against English rule in Wales in the early 15th century.
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The legend of Glendower continues to inspire Welsh nationalism even today.
Synonyms
A Welsh leader who led a large revolt against King Henry IV and became a national hero
Surface Forms
Etymology
Glendower comes from the Welsh name Glyndŵr and the personal name Owain, which appears in English as Owen. The parts glyn or glen mean 'valley' and dŵr means 'water', so a helpful way to remember the name is 'valley of water', and it is the name of a famous Welsh leader who led a big revolt against English rule.