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Burke, Edmund

Pronunciation: /bəːk/

Definition of Burke, Edmund
  • (1729–97), British man of letters and Whig politician. Burke wrote on the issues of political emancipation and moderation, notably with respect to Roman Catholics and the American colonies.

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