Henley

¹ American

[hen-lee] / ˈhɛn li /

Or henley

noun

plural

Henleys

a short- or long-sleeved pullover sport shirt, usually of cotton, with a round neckband and an often covered neckline placket.

Henley ² American

[hen-lee] / ˈhɛn li /

noun

Beth (Becker), born 1952, U.S. playwright.
William Ernest, 1849–1903, English poet, critic, and editor.
Henley-on-Thames.

Etymology

Origin of Henley

After a style traditionally worn by rowers at Henley-on-Thames

Example Sentences

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Dame Prue was hired for Bake Off after the series jumped from the BBC to Channel 4 in 2016, replacing another Oxfordshire resident, Dame Mary Berry who lives in Henley on Thames.

From BBC

"Henley Festival creates the most special, unforgettable experiences," its CEO Jo Bausor said.

From BBC

Boy George & Culture Club is set to headline the opening night of this year's Henley Festival.

From BBC

Annabel Marlow, whose hometown is Henley- on-Thames, has previously appeared in Six the Musical at the Edinburgh Fringe, and a Leicester Curive production of Muriel's Wedding.

From BBC

Don Henley’s “The End of the Innocence” was nominated for both song and record of the year.

From Los Angeles Times

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