Wolff
Americannoun
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Christian von Baron. Also 1679–1754, German philosopher and mathematician.
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Kaspar Friedrich 1733–94, German anatomist and physiologist.
Other Word Forms
- Wolffian adjective
Example Sentences
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"The paddock has now turned into a catwalk," says Susie Wolff of the exclusive area at Formula 1 races where teams, the media and guests gather.
From BBC
The leagues first took root in east Belfast, where people associated with the Harland and Wolff shipyard were among the first to compete.
From BBC
Wolff, a political newcomer, is a Chartered Financial Analyst, real estate investor and former hedge manager who cites his experience building a home and auto insurance brokerage for financial services firm Capital One.
From Los Angeles Times
Wolff added: "The way it works, you know, either we stay with the regulations like we are or the e-vote goes ahead with the proposal that came from the FIA. Both are OK for us."
From BBC
In that time, rising asset prices have benefited all savers, but especially those who bought their first homes and stocks in the 1980s, according to research by New York University economist Edward Wolff.
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