Wiener (Noun)
Meaning 1
United States mathematician and founder of cybernetics (1894-1964).
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- Norbert Wiener was a prominent mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of cybernetics.
- The mathematician Norbert Wiener was known for his work on the theory of stochastic processes.
- Wiener's book "Cybernetics: Or Control and Communication in the Animal and the Machine" was published in 1948.
- As a child prodigy, Norbert Wiener entered Tufts University at the age of 11.
- Norbert Wiener was a professor of mathematics at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
A smooth-textured sausage of minced beef or pork usually smoked; often served on a bread roll.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Examples
- The ballpark vendor was selling hot wieners with ketchup and mustard to the hungry crowd.
- At the backyard barbecue, Sarah's uncle grilled up a bunch of plump wieners to serve to the guests.
- The deli counter offered a variety of toppings for the steamed wieners, including relish and sauerkraut.
- After a long day of hiking, all Mark wanted was a warm wiener with cheese and chili.
- The street cart in the city square was famous for its juicy wieners served on toasted buns.