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SECOND EARL GREY
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I. (noun)
Sense 1
Meaning:
Englishman who as Prime Minister implemented social reforms including the abolition of slavery throughout the British Empire (1764-1845)
Synonyms:
Charles Grey; Grey; Second Earl Grey
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Instance hypernyms:
national leader; solon; statesman (a man who is a respected leader in national or international affairs)