Skinner

/ˈskɪnər/
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Other forms: Skinners

Definitions of Skinner
  1. noun
    United States psychologist and a leading proponent of behaviorism (1904-1990)
    synonyms: B. F. Skinner, Burrhus Frederic Skinner, Fred Skinner
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    example of:
    psychologist
    a scientist trained in psychology
  2. noun
    United States actor (1858-1942)
    synonyms: Otis Skinner
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    actor, histrion, player, role player, thespian
    a theatrical performer
  3. noun
    United States actress noted for her one-woman shows (1901-1979)
    synonyms: Cornelia Otis Skinner
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    actress
    a female actor
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