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astor

/ˈæs.tər/

Traducción: Apellido propio asociado a personalidades célebres, incluyendo a un político británico, la primera mujer que ocupó un escaño en la Cámara de los Comunes del Reino Unido, y a un capitalista estadounidense que amasó una fortuna comerciando con pieles.

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noun

/ˈæs.tər/C1formalbritish
  • esApellido propio asociado a personalidades célebres, incluyendo a un político británico, la primera mujer que ocupó un escaño en la Cámara de los Comunes del Reino Unido, y a un capitalista estadounidense que amasó una fortuna comerciando con pieles.

A proper noun referring to a surname of notable individuals, including a British politician who was the first woman to sit in the British House of Commons, and an American capitalist who made a fortune in fur trading.

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  1. Nancy AstorB2formalbritish

    A British politician, born in the United States, who became the first woman to take a seat in the British House of Commons (1879-1964).

    esNancy Astor

    • Nancy Astor served as a Member of Parliament for Plymouth Sutton.
    • She was known for her sharp wit and strong opinions in the House of Commons.
    • Astor's election marked a significant milestone for women in British politics.

  2. John Jacob AstorB2formalamerican

    A prominent American capitalist, born in Germany, who amassed a vast fortune through the fur trade in the early 19th century (1763-1848).

    esJohn Jacob Astor

    • John Jacob Astor founded the American Fur Company.
    • His wealth made him one of the richest men in American history.
    • Astor's business ventures laid the foundation for the family's later real estate empire.
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