Meaning of Becket in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˈbɛkət/

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1. Noun

   Becket

   Etymology

   early 18th century: of unknown origin

   Definitions

   1. (Roman Catholic Church) archbishop of Canterbury from 1162 to 1170

   Examples

   • « murdered following his opposition to Henry II concerning Henry's attempts to control the clergy (1118-1170) »
2. 2. (nautical) a short line with an eye at one end and a knot at the other

   Examples

   • « used to secure loose items on a ship »