Fawkes

[ fawks ]

/ fɔks /

noun

Guy,1570–1606, English conspirator and leader in the Gunpowder plot of 1605: Guy Fawkes Day is observed on November 5 by the building of effigies and bonfires.

Example sentences from the Web for fawkes

It is anti-administration but in no way advocates violence—the title of the effort itself is the only overt reference to Fawkes.

The GOP vs. 'King Obama' |John Avlon |May 1, 2010 |DAILY BEAST
As Fawkes noted, the Nazi reference has been removed, and no explanation appears forthcoming.

Is Your Editor on Vacation? |Justin Green |August 13, 2012 |DAILY BEAST
“I shall not attempt it,” rejoined Fawkes, in a sombre voice.

Guy Fawkes |William Harrison Ainsworth
Taking from his bosom a small silver crucifix, he laid it in Fawkes' hand.

The Fifth of November |Charles S. Bentley

In the street once more they, with Fawkes leading, hastened to gain a more populous section of the city.

The Fifth of November |Charles S. Bentley
“I would have slain him if I had had my own way,” returned Catesby, with a fierce and reproachful look at Fawkes.

Guy Fawkes |William Harrison Ainsworth
Having had no evil intentions,” replied Fawkes, coldly, “I have no pardon to ask.

Guy Fawkes |William Harrison Ainsworth

British Dictionary definitions for fawkes

Fawkes

/ (fɔːks) /

noun

Guy . 1570–1606, English conspirator, executed for his part in the Gunpowder Plot to blow up King James I and the Houses of Parliament (1605). Effigies of him (guys) are burnt in Britain on Guy Fawkes Day (Nov 5)

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