Coolidge

/ˈkuː.lɪdʒ/ noun

Definition

A proper name; refers to Calvin Coolidge, the 30th President of the United States (1923-1929), known for his quiet demeanor and conservative policies.

Etymology

A surname of English origin, derived from 'cool' plus '-idge' (a suffix found in place names). Coolidge is a place name that became a family surname.

Kelly Says

Calvin Coolidge was so quiet that when told 'you lose' at a dinner, he replied, 'You lose'—he was famous for saying almost nothing, yet he was elected president!

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