Byrnes: Meaning and Definition of

Byrnes

Pronunciation: (bûrnz), [key]
— n.
  1. 1879–1972, U.S. statesman and jurist: Secretary of State 1945–47.
  2. 1869–1936, U.S. lawyer: Speaker of the House 1935–36.
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