George Washington Carver (Noun)
Meaning
United States botanist and agricultural chemist who developed many uses for peanuts and soy beans and sweet potatoes (1864-1943).
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- George Washington Carver was a prominent figure in American history for his groundbreaking work on agricultural innovations.
- The U.S. government developed the George Washington Carver National Monument in Missouri to honor his contributions to science.
- As the director of the agricultural department at the Tuskegee Institute, George Washington Carver worked to promote innovative farming techniques among African-American farmers.
- The George Washington Carver Museum is dedicated to the preservation of the scientist's legacy in the field of agricultural chemistry.
- George Washington Carver's innovative uses for crops like peanuts and soybeans led to economic growth in the southern United States during the early 20th century.