spencer

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: B2 — Upper-Intermediate

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Definition

  1. noun English philosopher and sociologist who applied the theory of natural selection to human societies (1820-1903)

Etymology

From the family name Spencer. The jacket is probably named after George Spencer, 2nd Earl Spencer (1758-1834).

In classic literature

Synonyms

Herbert Spencer

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