Bernard

[ber-nar, bur-nerd, bur-nahrd]

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Claude 1813–78, French physiologist.
a first name: from Germanic words meaning “bear” and “hardy.”

Bernard

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noun

Claude (klod). 1813–78, French physiologist, noted for his research on the action of secretions of the alimentary canal and the glycogenic function of the liver
Saint , known as Bernard of Menthon and the Apostle of the Alps . 923–1008, French monk who founded hospices in the Alpine passes. Feast day: Aug 20

Bernard

French physiologist noted for his study of the chemical reactions involved in the digestive system and of the connection between the liver and the nervous system. His work laid the foundation for experimental medicine.

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New Order In a recent chat with The Times, Bernard Sumner spoke lovingly about New Order’s revival and attributed it partially to the band’s newfound cohesion.

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The 1984 letter from Archbishop Bernard Law was addressed to a bishop in Thailand.

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Bernard Parks, a former chief who later served on the City Council, said McDonnell is in a tough spot amid the budget crunch and competing pressures from inside and outside the department.

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Former City Councilmember Bernard C. Parks, who ran the council’s budget committee for eight years, attributed much of the city’s financial woes to the high cost of its public employee salary agreements.

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In neighbouring Switzerland, the Simplon Pass into Italy and the Great St Bernard Tunnel were closed to traffic, while two cantons were badly affected.

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