Alfred Nobel

/ˌælfrəd noʊˌbɛl/
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Definitions of Alfred Nobel
  1. noun
    Swedish chemist remembered for his invention of dynamite and for the bequest that created the Nobel prizes (1833-1896)
    synonyms: Alfred Bernhard Nobel, Nobel
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    chemist
    a scientist who specializes in chemistry
    altruist, philanthropist
    someone who makes charitable donations intended to increase human well-being
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