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Synonyms for homer

a base hit on which the batter scores a run

an ancient Hebrew unit of capacity equal to 10 baths or 10 ephahs

United States painter best known for his seascapes (1836-1910)

pigeon trained to return home

hit a home run

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Footnotes clarify and elaborate upon myths that Homer leaves unfinished, explain terms and phrases, and provide background information.
Megan Lawrence (2-for-3) and Rilee Schreiner homered for the Sequoits, and Ashlyn Sundell was 3-for-4 with a double.
"The Odyssey is a poem, and it needs to have a predictable and distinctive rhythm that can be easily heard when the text is read out loud." Homer's story emerged out of an oral tradition, and, very likely, continued to be sung for centuries after it had been written down.
WASHINGTON -- Bryce Harper hit a leadoff homer and drove in three runs, Stephen Strasburg struck out 11 and the Nationals earned their fourth straight win.
Homer Bailey, picked to start the Reds' opener, allowed consecutive homers in the fourth to Nolan Arenado and Carlos Gonzalez.
The barrister also told Mr Justice Jay: "She has agreed to pay Mr Homer compensation and a contribution towards his legal costs, the amount of which has been agreed."
"She has also agreed to pay Mr Homer compensation and a contribution towards his legal costs."
The Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation will take kids from 11-14-years-old on a magical adventure along with Homer from December 27-29.
7, 1997, Homer buys the hot rod of Snake, Springfield's go-to villain.
Home Bargains commitment to Great Homer Street will further strengthen the attractiveness of the new District Centre.
Peter Lilienthal, HOMER creator and HOMER Energy CEO said, "We are excited to announce Ms.
But it's his legacy that I and all of our nation's veterans will benefit from for years to come that meant the most to Homer, and is what I want PVA members to remember him for.
Poitier had become a recognized choice for black roles where race was an obvious component, but his casting as Homer Smith in Lilies of the Field was a break from such expected portrayals.
In Why Homer Matters, the author explores the origins of the Iliad and the Odyssey and their continued relevance in a decidedly un-Homeric world.