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PRONUNCIATION OF FROBISHER

Frobisher  [ˈfrəʊbɪʃə] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF FROBISHER

noun
adjective
verb
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preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Frobisher is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES FROBISHER MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Definition of Frobisher in the English dictionary

The definition of Frobisher in the dictionary is Sir Martin. ?1535–94, English navigator and explorer: made three unsuccessful voyages in search of the Northwest Passage, visiting Labrador and Baffin Island.


WORDS THAT RHYME WITH FROBISHER


acacia
əˈkeɪʃə
Asia
ˈeɪʃə
Croatia
krəʊˈeɪʃə
Elisha
ɪˈlaɪʃə
Eurasia
jʊəˈreɪʃə
extinguisher
ɪkˈstɪŋɡwɪʃə
finisher
ˈfɪnɪʃə
fisher
ˈfɪʃə
fissure
ˈfɪʃə
furbisher
ˈfɜːbɪʃə
geisha
ˈɡeɪʃə
kingfisher
ˈkɪŋˌfɪʃə
militia
mɪˈlɪʃə
perisher
ˈperɪʃə
polisher
ˈpɒlɪʃə
publisher
ˈpʌblɪʃə
punisher
ˈpʌnɪʃə
refurbisher
riːˈfɜːbɪʃə
rosacea
rəʊˈzeɪʃə
swisher
ˈswɪʃə

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE FROBISHER

Frl.
fro
Frobisher Bay
frock
frock coat
frock tart
frocking
frockless
froe
Froebel

WORDS THAT END LIKE FROBISHER

banisher
brandisher
Britisher
burnisher
demolisher
fire extinguisher
fire-extinguisher
floor polisher
fly-fisher
furnisher
nourisher
ravisher
refinisher
replenisher
republisher
skirmisher
vanisher
vanquisher
washer
well-wisher
wisher

Synonyms and antonyms of Frobisher in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «Frobisher» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF FROBISHER

Find out the translation of Frobisher to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of Frobisher from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «Frobisher» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

弗罗比舍
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

Frobisher
570 millions of speakers

English

Frobisher
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

Frobisher
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

Frobisher
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

Фробишер
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

Frobisher
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

Frobisher
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

Frobisher
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Frobisher
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Frobisher
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

フロビッシャー
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

Frobisher
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Frobisher
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

Frobisher
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

Frobisher
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

फ्रोबिशर
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

Frobisher
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

Frobisher
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

Frobisher
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

Фробішер
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

Frobisher
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

Frobisher
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

Frobisher
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

Frobisher
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

Frobisher
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of Frobisher

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «FROBISHER»

The term «Frobisher» is regularly used and occupies the 103.672 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «FROBISHER» OVER TIME

The graph expresses the annual evolution of the frequency of use of the word «Frobisher» during the past 500 years. Its implementation is based on analysing how often the term «Frobisher» appears in digitalised printed sources in English between the year 1500 and the present day.

Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about Frobisher

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «FROBISHER»

Discover the use of Frobisher in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to Frobisher and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Martin Frobisher: Elizabethan Privateer
Details the life and exploits of the privateer who served Elizabeth I, battled against the Spanish Armada, and attempted to find the Northwest Passage.
James McDermott, 2001
2
Arctic Voyages of Martin Frobisher: An Elizabethan Adventure
From the book: "They were five weeks out of England, driving through a storm on the icy edge of the world, when a sudden blast knocked Gabriel on her side.
Robert McGhee, 2001
3
The life of Sir Martin Frobisher
Endpapers are reproductions of early maps - the Zero map and America Settentionale.
William McFee, 1928
4
The Amazing Flight of Darius Frobisher
When his adventurous father disappears during a hot-air balloon flight, ten-year-old Darius is torn away from his beloved housekeeper and sent to live with an obnoxious aunt until a strange bicycle repairman with a secret changes his life.
Bill Harley, 2006
5
Felicity Frobisher and the Three-Headed Aldebaran Dust Devil
What do you say when you wake up to find your bedroom in a terrible mess?
Marcus Chown, 2008
6
Sir Martin Frobisher: Seaman, Soldier, Explorer
Sir Martin Frobisher was one of the great sea dogs of Elizabethan England.
Taliesin Trow, 2010
7
Historical Atlas of Canada: Canada's History Illustrated ...
This was one of the "cartes of navigation . . . ruled playne" prepared specially for Martin Frobisher by William Borough, commander of the Muscovy Company, which had been persuaded to give up its rights to exploration to the northwest to  ...
Derek Hayes, 2006
8
Classworks Numeracy: Year 2
Classworks Numeracy is part of a comprehensive series of teacher's resource books. The series covers Reception to Year 6.
Len Frobisher, L. J. Frobisher Anne Frobisher Thelma Page R. John Taylor John Spooner Raymond G. Steele Anitra Vickery Michael Spooner, 2003
9
ARCHIT FROBISHER VOYAGES
Report on the archaeological evidence of the occupation of Kodlunarn Island, off the southern coast of Baffin Island, Northwest Territories, by Martin Frobisher's expeditions from England in 1576-1578.
William W. Fitzhugh, Jacqueline S. Olin, 1993
10
Frobisher's Gold, Or, Elizabeth the First Had Black Teeth
When pirate-turned-explorer Martin Frobisher discovers a new land in the Arctic filled with riches, Elizabeth I glimpses a golden future of wealth, prestige and influence.
Fraser Grace, 2006

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «FROBISHER»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term Frobisher is used in the context of the following news items.
1
Land claim negotiator returns north for Nunavut Day
The seal skinning competition, a staple for the July 9 holiday, was cancelled because of the poor ice conditions in Frobisher Bay, meaning ... «Nunatsiaq News, Jul 15»
2
Ready, set, Renaissance!
Martin Frobisher and said “fun” is their primary goal, although attendees will also learn some interesting tidbits about the Renaissance. “At this point in history, ... «Kenosha News, Jul 15»
3
Frozen in time: Iqaluit sealift delayed by dense pack ice
It's been a cold spring and now there's so much compact ice in Frobisher Bay that a Canadian Coast Guard icebreaker can't escort sealift ships ... «Nunatsiaq News, Jul 15»
4
Doctor Who: 5 Non-Television Companions Who Need to Be On the …
A regular CGI character is probably out of Doctor Who's budget, but surely they could spare an episode or two that reunites Frobisher with his ... «Houston Press, Jul 15»
5
UK's Network Rail to open Birmingham New Street station on 20 …
Network Rail route managing director Martin Frobisher said: "The opening of the improved Birmingham New Street will be a huge boost to the ... «Railway Technology, Jul 15»
6
Labour candidates 'not to blame for defeat' says MP Tom Watson
Carol Heavens from Frobisher Grove said Ben Bradshaw had secured her vote. “Ben Bradshaw said he can connect with anybody and get on with anybody and ... «Swindon Advertiser, Jul 15»
7
John Lewis and New Street opening dates announced
Network Rail route director Martin Frobisher said: "I am really looking forward to opening the doors to our fantastic new station. "In addition to a ... «Birmingham Post, Jul 15»
8
American Legion lends helping hand to job hunting vets
The legion's Joseph E. Frobisher Jr. Post 99 on Belgrove Drive has teamed up with Catholic Charities to provide career apparel for veterans ... «NJ.com, Jul 15»
9
Grave of Bushey artist is restored
Kemp-Welch died in 1958 and shares the grave with her sister, Edith, and Marguerite Frobisher, her live-in companion following Edith's death. «Watford Observer, Jul 15»
10
Thriving in a Barren Land
Making Do. Assis, the chief referee, stood at the front desk of the Frobisher Inn, using a pair of scissors to make yellow cards and red cards from ... «New York Times, Jul 15»

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