Definition

Proper noun: - Sir Humphrey Gilbert: An English explorer, soldier, and navigator of the Elizabethan era. He is historically significant for claiming the territory of Newfoundland for England, establishing the first English colony in North America in 1583.

Usage

• The name is used to refer to the historical figure, his actions, and his legacy.
• It is typically used in historical, geographical, and biographical contexts.

Examples

Advanced Usage

• The term can be used metonymically to refer to the early period of English attempts at New World colonization.
  • The age of Humphrey Gilbert was characterized by bold claims and perilous voyages.

Variants and Related Words

• Gilbert (surname): Often used alone in historical texts following an initial full introduction.
• Sir Humphrey: A formal address or reference using his title and first name.

Synonyms

• Explorer
• Navigator
• Colonizer

Related Phrases and Concepts

• Gilbert's charter: Refers to the patent granted to him by the Queen to discover and colonize remote lands.
• Lost at sea: A phrase commonly associated with his death, as he perished when his ship, the , sank during the return voyage from Newfoundland.

Noun

1. English navigator who in 1583 established in Newfoundland the first English colony in North America (1539-1583)