Hahn

[hahn]

noun

1. Otto, 1879–1968, German chemist: Nobel Prize 1944.

Hahn

/ haːn /

noun

1. Kurt. 1886–1974, German educationalist. During the Nazi era he escaped to Britain, where he founded Gordonstoun School (1935) and helped to establish the Duke of Edinburgh's award scheme

2. Otto (ˈɔto). 1879–1968, German physicist: discovered the radioactive element protactinium with Meitner (1917); with Strassmann, demonstrated the nuclear fission of uranium, when it is bombarded with neutrons: Nobel prize for chemistry 1944

Hahn

1. German chemist who investigated radioactive elements and helped discover several new ones. His research on the irradiation on uranium and thorium with neutrons led to the 1938 discovery of nuclear fission.

Example Sentences

The light, as much as it exists in this series, shines through Hahn’s sensitive work as Dominick’s ex-wife Dessa and the welcome breath of comedy Rob Huebel lends to Leo, Dominick’s mischievous best friend.

From Salon

The county has had its own challenges with parks, and Hahn said her efforts to extend swim season have been frustrating.

From Los Angeles Times

Usually, if it’s a regular day, I would say Kenneth Hahn park would be the spot.

From Los Angeles Times

Logan apologized for the “challenging day,” and Hahn asked for an investigation into what went wrong.

From Los Angeles Times

County Supervisor Janice Hahn has pledged a $2,500 grant to install more security cameras around the community center in hopes of capturing the perpetrators.

From Los Angeles Times