Fairbanks

/ˈfɛrˌbæŋks/
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Other forms: Fairbankses

Definitions of Fairbanks
  1. noun
    United States film actor noted for his swashbuckling roles (1883-1939)
    synonyms: Douglas Elton Fairbanks, Douglas Fairbanks, Julius Ullman
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    actor, histrion, player, role player, thespian
    a theatrical performer
  2. noun
    United States film actor; son of Douglas Elton Fairbanks, (1909-2000)
    synonyms: Douglas Fairbanks Jr.
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    actor, histrion, player, role player, thespian
    a theatrical performer
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