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gibson

/ˈɡɪb.sən/

Traducción: Apellido propio asociado a varias personas célebres, como el ilustrador estadounidense creador de la 'chica Gibson', el actor australiano y el tenista estadounidense pionero.

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/ˈɡɪb.sən/B1formal
  • esApellido propio asociado a varias personas célebres, como el ilustrador estadounidense creador de la 'chica Gibson', el actor australiano y el tenista estadounidense pionero.

A proper noun referring to a surname of notable individuals, including an American illustrator known for creating the 'Gibson Girl', an Australian actor, and a pioneering American tennis player.

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  1. Charles Dana GibsonB2formalamerican

    A famous American illustrator (1867-1944) best known for creating the 'Gibson Girl' image, which became a symbol of the ideal American woman in the early 20th century.

    esCharles Dana Gibson

    • Charles Dana Gibson's illustrations defined the fashion of the 1890s.
    • The Gibson Girl was a popular figure in magazines of that era.
    • Gibson's artwork captured the spirit of the American upper class.
  2. Mel GibsonB1informal

    An Australian-American actor and filmmaker (born 1956), known for his roles in action films and for directing historical epics.

    esMel Gibson

    • Mel Gibson starred in the 'Mad Max' and 'Lethal Weapon' series.
    • He directed the film 'Braveheart', which won several Oscars.
    • Gibson's performance in 'The Passion of the Christ' was widely discussed.
  3. Althea GibsonB2formalamerican

    An American tennis player (1927-2003) who was the first Black woman to win all major world singles titles, breaking racial barriers in sports.

    esAlthea Gibson

    • Althea Gibson won Wimbledon and the US Open in the 1950s.
    • She paved the way for future generations of Black athletes.
    • Gibson's achievements in tennis were groundbreaking for her time.