cornell

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cornell

A student walks across the Cornell University campus.

Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • Ezra Cornell (1807-1874): A United States businessman who played a key role in unifying the telegraph system in the United States. He co-founded Cornell University in 1865 with Andrew D. White.
    • Katherine Cornell (1893-1974): A United States actress celebrated for her performances in Broadway plays.
Usage Examples

  • Proper noun (Ezra Cornell):

    • The university was endowed by Cornell and White.
    • Cornell's vision was to found "an institution where any person can find instruction in any study."

  • Proper noun (Katherine Cornell):

    • Cornell was hailed as the "First Lady of the American Theatre."
    • The play starred Cornell in the leading role.
Advanced Usage
  • "Cornellian": A term used to describe something related to Cornell University or a person associated with it.
    • He is a proud Cornellian alumnus.
    • The Cornellian tradition emphasizes public engagement.
Variants and Related Words
  • Cornell University: The Ivy League university founded by Ezra Cornell and Andrew D. White.
    • She received her degree from Cornell University.
Synonyms
  • Founder (in context of Ezra Cornell): originator, establisher.
  • Actress (in context of Katherine Cornell): performer, thespian.
Related Phrases
  • Cornell Box: In computer graphics, a standard test scene for rendering algorithms, named after Cornell University where it was created.
    • The new lighting model was tested using a Cornell Box.
Notes on Meaning
  • The word 'cornell' is almost exclusively a proper noun referring to these specific individuals or institutions derived from them. It is not used as a common noun.
  • The primary modern association is with Cornell University. When used alone, "Cornell" often contextually refers to the university.
    • She was accepted to Cornell. (Implies Cornell University)
cornell

A student walks across the Cornell University campus.

Noun
  1. United States businessman who unified the telegraph system in the United States and who in 1865 (with Andrew D. White) founded Cornell University (1807-1874)
  2. United States actress noted for her performances in Broadway plays (1893-1974)

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