"Rumpolian" meaning in All languages combined

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Adjective [English]

Forms: more Rumpolian [comparative], most Rumpolian [superlative]
Etymology: From Rumpole + -ian. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|Rumpole|ian}} Rumpole + -ian Head templates: {{en-adj}} Rumpolian (comparative more Rumpolian, superlative most Rumpolian)
  1. Of or relating to Horace Rumpole (Rumpole of the Bailey), a fictional eccentric barrister who defends any and all clients. Synonyms: Rumpolean

Alternative forms

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