Definitions

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  • proper noun A patronymic surname derived from a Middle English form of Gervase.
  • proper noun A male given name transferred back from the surname.

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Examples

  • JARVIS/Buzzmachine Jarvis desarrolla un esquema básico en base al cual recopilar la información necesaria para ...

    NewBizNews: Hyperlocal « BuzzMachine 2009

  • The Padres then acquired outfielder Brian Buchanan from Minnesota for minor league shortstop Jason Bartlett, transferred right-hander Kevin Jarvis from the 15-day to 60-day DL, recalled right-hander

    USATODAY.com - National League West 2002

  • British actor Martin Jarvis is the voice of God Himself, but Michael “You’ll Always Be Asher from Gilmore Girls to me” York does the most work as the narrator for the entire thing.

    Celeb-studded Bible audio book: Dylan McKay as Judas? Holy moly. | EW.com 2009

  • Dennis Jarvis is a licensed insurance agent concentrating on term life insurance.

    Mib Star | SciFi, Fantasy & Horror Collectibles 2009

  • At the International Center for Tropical Agriculture, or CIAT, in Cali, scientist Andy Jarvis is in charge of the climate change and policy program.

    Farmers Say Climate Change Already Affecting Crops 2010

  • Kent State: At 5-4, RB Eugene Jarvis is a big man on offense.

    Mid-American Conference outlook 2008

  • Justin Jarvis blocked a punt and Roderick Rollins picked it up and ran it in 25 yards for a touchdown with 10: 36 left to play to pull BC within three.

    USATODAY.com 2008

  • In August of 2006, Robin Jarvis had an impressive title — acting superintendent of the Recovery School District — but no office to match: she was working out of a few classrooms and, on occasion, her car.

    Reading, Writing, Resurrection 2007

  • In August of 2006, Robin Jarvis had an impressive title — acting superintendent of the Recovery School District — but no office to match: she was working out of a few classrooms and, on occasion, her car.

    Reading, Writing, Resurrection 2007

  • Mississippi State also had the nation's leading shot blocker in Jarvis Varnado.

    USATODAY.com 2007

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