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American film critic and novelist
Caryn James is an American film critic, journalist, university lecturer, and writer. She grew up in Providence, Rhode Island, and obtained her doctorate
Caryn_James
American actor (born 1940)
brief cameo in the second film, acquired by Netflix, was praised by Caryn James of The Hollywood Reporter as "among the film's sharpest and best." Pacino's
Al_Pacino
1987 film by Élie Chouraqui
lacks emotion, it lacks wit and cool. It just has lots of atmosphere." Caryn James of The New York Times said that the film "always seems about to slip
Man_on_Fire_(1987_film)
American actor (born 1974)
performance has a sharp, desperate intensity from beginning to end." Caryn James, also writing for The New York Times, said of his performances in This
Leonardo_DiCaprio
Fictional on the American television series CSI: Miami
cynical", adding that the character sometimes appears "slightly deranged". Caryn James, in a review of "Golden Parachute" for the New York Times, describes
Horatio_Caine
Epic historical novel by Cormac McCarthy
Meridian failed, because [he] flinched from the overwhelming carnage." Caryn James of The New York Times argued that the novel's violence was a "slap in
Blood_Meridian
2025 film by Josh Safdie
RogerEbert.com called it the best performance of Chalamet's career. Caryn James of the BBC described Chalamet as "engaging" and wrote that the film was
Marty_Supreme
British actress and screenwriter (born 1959)
but Thompson's performance was praised in The New York Times, where Caryn James called her "an exceptionally versatile comic actress". She next turned
Emma_Thompson
2020 film by Ben Falcone
I. James Corden in One of the Year's Worst". IndieWire. Archived from the original on December 27, 2020. Retrieved December 26, 2020. Caryn James (November
Superintelligence_(film)
2025 historical drama film by Chloé Zhao
a stirring tearjerker ending". BBC film critics Nicholas Barber and Caryn James deemed the movie to be the best of 2025 thanks to its rich and emotionally
Hamnet_(film)
2025 film by Ray Mendoza and Alex Garland
definitely recommend the film. In a five-star review for the BBC, critic Caryn James wrote, "together, Garland's virtuosity and Mendoza's first-hand experience
Warfare_(film)
1994 American film
from Castle Mountain, Michelle Nicastro sings a reprise of the song. Caryn James of The New York Times noted the "melody of 'Far Longer Than Forever'
The_Swan_Princess
1993 US romantic comedy film by Donald Petrie
CinemaScore gave the film an average grade of "A" on a scale of A+ to F. Caryn James of The New York Times called the film "the kind of holiday movie a lot
Grumpy_Old_Men_(film)
1997 film by Adrian Lyne
The New York Times' "Critics Pick" on July 31, 1998, with its critic Caryn James saying, "Rich beyond what anyone could have expected, the film repays
Lolita_(1997_film)
Cinematic couple
Dictionary of Humorous Quotations. OUP Oxford. p. 211. ISBN 9780199237166. Caryn James (June 30, 2003). "Katharine Hepburn, Spirited Actress, Dies at 96". The
Katharine Hepburn and Spencer Tracy
Katharine_Hepburn_and_Spencer_Tracy
2025 film by Joachim Trier
7th – Sheri Linden (The Hollywood Reporter) 8th – Nicholas Barber and Caryn James (BBC) 8th – Nick Chen (Dazed) 10th – David Fear (Rolling Stone) Listed
Sentimental_Value
2026 television series season
100, based on 27 critics, which it describes as "Mixed or Average". Caryn James wrote for BBC News: "the show has lost its zeitgeisty edge. Euphoria
Euphoria_season_3
2024 film by Halina Reijn
Magazine 8th - Harper's Bazaar 9th - John Waters 9th - Nicholas Barber and Caryn James of BBC 10th - Dazed Top 10 film (listed alphabetically) - David Ehrlich
Babygirl
1992 dystopian novel by P. D. James
masses. The book received very positive reviews from many critics such as Caryn James of The New York Times, who called it "wonderfully rich" and "a trenchant
The_Children_of_Men
American and French actor (born 1995)
Dylan songs, while also playing guitars and harmonicas. BBC Culture's Caryn James wrote that Chalamet "is brilliant here and completely believable, better
Timothée_Chalamet
English actress (born 1996)
garnered positive reviews from critics, who highlighted Pugh's performance. Caryn James of BBC Culture credited Pugh for making Belova "the most vibrant person
Florence_Pugh
2025 American documentary film
centering other people's assumptions, and perspectives, over her own." Caryn James of The Hollywood Reporter wrote, "In the richly detailed Sally, Cristina
Sally_(2025_film)
2026 film by Nia DaCosta
Ralph Fiennes' spry and mesmerizing Dr Ian Kelson." Nicholas Barber and Caryn James of BBC wrote: "The Bone Temple delivers all of the gore and terror you
28 Years Later: The Bone Temple
28_Years_Later:_The_Bone_Temple
2026 British television miniseries
applied, more authentically, to Baby Reindeer." In her review for the BBC, Caryn James gave the series four out of five stars, writing: "Even when the characters
Half_Man_(TV_series)
1986 film directed by Stephen Herek
it lacks in substance it makes up for with a perverse kind of charm". Caryn James of The New York Times complained that the movie lacked humor and suspense:
Critters_(film)
2026 film by Emerald Fennell
novel’s very real and present concerns with class, race, and heredity". Caryn James of BBC wrote "Fennell drops in some comic moments, and at times dares
Wuthering_Heights_(2026_film)
American actor (born 1955)
Richardson. The film was met with a mixed reception from critics, although Caryn James of The New York Times felt that Dafoe's "stunningly sharp, sympathetic
Willem_Dafoe
1993 American drama film by Adrian Lyne
film's decision to keep the actual night of adultery offscreen as wise. Caryn James of The New York Times also gave a positive review, writing that while
Indecent_Proposal
1988 US black comedy film by Robert Bierman
tough to be interested in him as his personality disorder worsens." Caryn James of The New York Times wrote, "[T]he film is dominated and destroyed by
Vampire's_Kiss
2021 film directed by Theodore Melfi
especially a persistent CGI starling, which represents … no one cares what." Caryn James of The Hollywood Reporter described the film as being "so slushily sentimental
The_Starling
1995 film by Victor Salva
dust in the wind of a drama that strains far too obviously for uplift." Caryn James of The New York Times described the film as "lethally dull" with Goldblum's
Powder_(1995_film)
American author (born 1947)
New Yorker (September 17, 2012), p. 50. Retrieved September 16, 2012. Caryn James, "Marianne Wiggins And Life on the Run," New York Times, April 9, 1991
Marianne_Wiggins
Novel by David Foster Wallace
and Derrida. The publication earned Wallace the Whiting Award in 1987. Caryn James of the New York Times criticized elements of the book, writing in her
The_Broom_of_the_System
1989 film by Rob Reiner
chemistry between Crystal and Ryan." In a review for The New York Times, Caryn James called When Harry Met Sally... an "often funny but amazingly hollow film"
When_Harry_Met_Sally...
2024 Australian thriller film
out of 100, based on 8 critics, indicating "mixed or average" reviews. Caryn James of The Hollywood Reporter favourably reviewed the film, writing that
Went_Up_the_Hill
1996 biographical television film directed by Robert Harmon
gangster flick" that is problematic for its matter-of-fact presentation. Caryn James of The New York Times criticized its "docudrama syndrome", in which biographical
Gotti_(1996_film)
1991 film by Howard Zieff
unfolds in a landscape of paralyzing, pop-psych banality." Film critic Caryn James cited the film as being part of a "trend toward stronger, more realistic
My_Girl_(film)
1994 film directed by Doug McHenry
interconnection of its Tragedy 101 parts." In a review for The New York Times, Caryn James criticized the filmmaking for being overly stylized with its poetic aspirations
Jason's_Lyric
2025 film by Gareth Edwards
with fast highs and slow lows. Pleasurable, though it doesn't linger." Caryn James of BBC stated that Rebirth "follows the template created by the original
Jurassic_World_Rebirth
1987 film by Steve Rash
earlier roles. Can't Buy Me Love received mixed reviews from critics. Caryn James, in The New York Times, wrote that the film missed its mark and traded
Can't_Buy_Me_Love_(film)
1995 film directed by Albert Hughes and Allen Hughes
affect a black Marine remains accessible while confounding expectations." Caryn James of The New York Times felt the film "takes on much more than it can handle
Dead_Presidents
Season of television series
murder case in Alaska – with blistering turns from Foster and Kali Reis." Caryn James wrote for the BBC that Lopez "created a fierce, absorbing, richly imagined
True_Detective_season_4
2013 film by Spike Jonze
Michael Phillips, Chicago Tribune 1st – Ty Burr, Boston Globe 1st – Caryn James, Indiewire 1st – Christopher Orr, The Atlantic 1st – A.A. Dowd, The A
Her_(2013_film)
2001 television movie directed by Mike Nichols
as well as Nichols' proven track record with theatrical properties." Caryn James of The New York Times observed, "Emma Thompson gives one of her most
Wit_(film)
1987 film by Joseph Sargent
implausibility of some aspects of the plot. Given the Brodys' history, Caryn James of The New York Times asked "Why hasn't this family moved to Nebraska
Jaws:_The_Revenge
American actor (born 1979)
Robinson of The Verge complimented Isaac's chemistry with Portman, and Caryn James of the BBC took note of his ability to act well with a mere glance. Isaac
Oscar_Isaac
American sitcom (2001–2009)
that he "reps the definition of a lovable lug". On October 2, 2001, Caryn James of The New York Times called it "among the season's worst new shows"
According_to_Jim
1987 film by Rod Daniel
get a major workout in this hall-of-fame embarrassment." Conversely, Caryn James of The New York Times wrote that "Dudley Moore and Kirk Cameron are so
Like Father Like Son (1987 film)
Like_Father_Like_Son_(1987_film)
1995 American film
hilarious leads, Houseguest wears out its welcome almost immediately". Caryn James of The New York Times describes the film as "an inane fish out of water
Houseguest
1990 action comedy film directed by Ivan Reitman
CinemaScore gave it an average grade of "A−" on an A+ to F scale. Reviewer Caryn James of The New York Times said, "Like Twins, which was also directed by Ivan
Kindergarten_Cop
2024 American film by Wes Ball
it's also much too slow and ponderous to qualify as a campy good time." Caryn James of BBC criticized the fact that the film repeats various elements of
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes
Kingdom_of_the_Planet_of_the_Apes
English actor (born 1960)
acerbic host of an American Idol-like reality show where, according to Caryn James of The New York Times, "nothing is real ... except the black hole at
Hugh_Grant
1988 film by Rocky Morton, Annabel Jankel
three stars out of four, calling it a "witty and literate thriller". Caryn James of The New York Times called it "one of the season's biggest disappointments"
D.O.A._(1988_film)
2025 film by Paul Greengrass
mind-bending tragedy does Greengrass truly find his most important story." Caryn James of BBC wrote: "The Lost Bus doesn't have to bludgeon viewers with a message
The_Lost_Bus
1998 film by Leslie Libman
as Male Panelist Tina Sanchez as a Beta Reporter The New York Times' Caryn James said:"The film fails to deal coherently with what is frightening about
Brave_New_World_(1998_film)
American actress and producer (born 1980)
calling it "superior" to the Stanley Kubrick version from 1962, and Caryn James of The New York Times writing that Swain's performance was "extraordinary
Dominique_Swain
1988 film by Randal Kleiser
reality whatsoever, and that is why they were so enduring and enjoyable". Caryn James of The New York Times criticized the film for making Pee-wee "slightly
Big_Top_Pee-wee
American actress (born 1956)
"The Hillary Dilemma". The Washington Post. Retrieved October 14, 2009. Caryn James (May 16, 1997). "Wild West Supermoms, Waging the Right Wars". The New
Dana_Delany
2015 film by Scott Cooper
of Whitey Bulger". The New York Times. Retrieved September 9, 2015. Caryn James (September 9, 2015). "Joel Edgerton's Sudden Spotlight, in 'Black Mass'
Black_Mass_(film)
1994 film by Brian Levant
pieces of showy Hollywood machinery" that favor visuals over writing. Caryn James of The New York Times wrote that Goodman "goes a long way toward carrying
The_Flintstones_(film)
Nigerian/British drama film
Hollywood, The Guardian, IndieWire, and Screen Daily were widely favorable. Caryn James and Nicholas Barber of BBC named it one of the best films of 2026. The
My_Father's_Shadow
1989 film by Buddy Van Horn
Country Albums in July 1989. The film received generally poor reviews. Caryn James wrote: "When it's time to look back on the strange sweep of Clint Eastwood's
Pink_Cadillac_(film)
1987 film by Charles Shyer
review in which American journalist, writer, and university professor Caryn James expresses her distaste in J.C. "abandon[ing] a high-powered Manhattan
Baby_Boom_(film)
Star Wars character also known as Baby Yoda
worth Disney attempting to keep secret before his reveal. BBC writer Caryn James said she did not believe anyone without an emotional attachment to Star
Grogu
2024 Canadian drama film
in the Borsos Competition program at the 2024 Whistler Film Festival. Caryn James of The Hollywood Reporter called the film a "small wonder", writing,
Darkest_Miriam
Television film by Roger Michell
its fidelity to the delicate tone of Austen's satire and romance". — Caryn James in a review for The New York Times Persuasion at first failed to attract
Persuasion_(1995_film)
1987 film by Joel Schumacher
ambitious entertainment that starts out well, but ends up selling its soul." Caryn James of The New York Times called Dianne Wiest's character a "dopey mom" and
The_Lost_Boys
1989 film by Steven Spielberg
Times, Caryn James felt the combination in these films reflected New Age concerns, where the worship of God was equated to searching for fathers. James felt
Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade
Indiana_Jones_and_the_Last_Crusade
American writer (1962–2008)
garnered national attention and critical praise. In The New York Times, Caryn James called it a "manic, human, flawed extravaganza ... emerging straight
David_Foster_Wallace
British children's television series
creatures can still be a little grating to parents watching along." Caryn James of The New York Times stated in her review that the episodes "offer a
Teletubbies
1995 American film
audiences that allows Damon Wayans to be at his best in a dream part." Caryn James of The New York Times wrote, "Though the movie is rarely more clever
Major_Payne
2001 American war drama miniseries
the nation that we now all enjoy, and all too often take for granted". Caryn James of The New York Times called it "an extraordinary 10-part series that
Band_of_Brothers_(miniseries)
2010 film by Christopher Nolan
Weitzman, New York Daily News 6th – Ann Hornaday, Washington Post 6th – Caryn James, Indiewire 6th – Claudia Puig, USA Today 6th – David Germain, Associated
Inception
1993 American film directed by John Dahl
"a treasure waiting to be discovered". Writing in The New York Times, Caryn James called it "a terrifically enjoyable, smartly acted, over-the-top thriller"
Red_Rock_West
1994 American film by Alek Keshishian
film an average grade of "A–" on an A+ to F scale.[citation needed] Caryn James of The New York Times wrote: "The well-meaning plot about homelessness
With_Honors_(film)
1991 US romantic comedy-fantasy film by Albert Brooks
"Defending Your Life". Chicago Sun-Times. Retrieved October 18, 2009. Caryn James (April 21, 1991). "Carpe Diem Becomes Hot Advice". The New York Times
Defending_Your_Life
Documentary film about Jacinda Ardern
– the highs, the lows, the good, the bad, and the ugly". Film critic Caryn James wrote for The Hollywood Reporter that "It would be a bit of an exaggeration
Prime_Minister_(2025_film)
Television show season
to deliver consistently compelling, albeit controversial, viewing." Caryn James of The New York Times cited the show as a pop-culture phenomenon and
The_Sopranos_season_3
2003 American film by Keith Gordon
reviews, indicating "mixed or average reviews." The New York Times' Caryn James said that "the pared-down screen version sacrifices the sense of discovery
The_Singing_Detective_(film)
English actress (born 1973)
Gwyneth Paltrow had starred in a film adaptation of the same story. Caryn James of The New York Times felt that while "Ms. Beckinsale's Emma is plainer
Kate_Beckinsale
English singer, songwriter and actor (born 1994)
leading man in a weepy British queer period piece is glaring", while Caryn James from the BBC opined that Styles "is far more convincing and has a much
Harry_Styles
2019 American film
him." Caryn James of The Hollywood Reporter also gave the film a negative review, calling it "Well-directed but hollow and tiresome." James, Caryn (7 September
The_Giant_(2019_film)
American television series (1996–97 season)
The X-Files, due to his "almost mystical relationship with diseases". Caryn James of The New York Times wrote that Morgan played Marcase with "a brooding
The_Burning_Zone
1988 American slasher film by William Lustig
called it a "disappointing thriller that wastes an oddball premise". Caryn James of The New York Times called it an amateurish film with stiff acting
Maniac_Cop
2022 film by Gina Prince-Bythewood
blast. It's a film that isn't afraid to get you cheering." BBC critic Caryn James wrote, "It is a splashy popcorn movie with a social conscience." Jamie
The_Woman_King
Australian actress and producer (born 1990)
had poor box office returns, though her performance received praise; Caryn James of BBC Culture opined, "Robbie's bold, charismatic performance makes
Margot_Robbie
American actor and martial artist (1965–1993)
style. Rolling Stone called it a "dazzling fever dream of a movie"; Caryn James, writing for The New York Times, called it "a genre film of a high order
Brandon_Lee
2000 television film directed by Lawrence Schiller
abomination in the first place, however, and you get an all-too-generous D." Caryn James of The New York Times called the film "leaden" and "competently made
Perfect_Murder,_Perfect_Town
3rd episode of the 3rd season of The Wire
made his writing debut for The Wire in this episode. Interviewed by Caryn James of The New York Times, Lehane described his process of writing dialogue
Dead_Soldiers
1995 American drama film directed by Gregory Nava
kind. Caryn James, in a film review in The New York Times, wrote the film was "wildly uneven" and "offers a trite, overblown narration by Edward James Olmos
My_Family_(1995_film)
1988 film by Alan Myerson
awarded one star out of four, describing the gags as "blunt and literal." Caryn James of The New York Times wrote that "the formula is pretty long in the tooth
Police Academy 5: Assignment Miami Beach
Police_Academy_5:_Assignment_Miami_Beach
1992 American film
Beery or Walter Matthau. Roll on, Beethoven." In The New York Times, Caryn James wrote Beethoven is "much more enjoyable than it has any right to be"
Beethoven_(film)
American actor (born 1971)
I'd kick myself for the rest of my life if I didn't play this part." Caryn James of The New York Times said the role was "savvily" played, while Steve
Noah_Wyle
1988 British film
mane ravishingly. Elliott is a fine, squirrelly, sweating villain." Caryn James reviewed the picture in The New York Times: The wonder is not that Stealing
Stealing_Heaven
American actress
York Times.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service (link) Caryn James (1990). "Henry: Portrait of A Serial Killer". The New York Times. John
Tracy_Arnold
1995 film by Danny Cannon
stupid script by Michael De Luca, William Wisher, and Steven de Souza." Caryn James of The New York Times wrote: "Although it is full of noise and fake firepower
Judge_Dredd_(film)
1989 film by Bob Balaban
actually enjoyed the film and found its weirdness and style entertaining. Caryn James of The New York Times wrote: "The satire of the 50s is more bland than
Parents_(1988_film)
1997 television film directed by Robert Markowitz
Reviews of the film were generally positive. New York Times critic Caryn James said, “this straightforward film functions at a primitive but effective
Into Thin Air: Death on Everest
Into_Thin_Air:_Death_on_Everest
1989 film by Costa-Gavras
used to hype cheap melodrama. It's more than offensive; it's vile." Caryn James of The New York Times applauded Jessica Lange's performance, but had
Music_Box_(film)
American drama television series (1994–2003)
produced in Salt Lake City, Utah. According to New York Times reviewer Caryn James, John Masius created the first pilot episode for the series, but it was
Touched_by_an_Angel
CARYN JAMES
CARYN JAMES
Female
Welsh
Welsh name, derived from the word caru, CARON means "to love." Compare with another form of Caron.
Girl/Female
English American Latin
Modern.
Girl/Female
American, Australian, British, Christian, English, Greek, Italian, Latin
Pure; Modern Variant of Karen
Female
English
Feminine variant spelling of Irish Gaelic unisex Carlin, CARLYN means "little champion."Â
Girl/Female
English
Adventurous.
Boy/Male
Welsh
White fortress.
Female
English
Variant spelling of English Carol, CARYL means "man."
Female
English
English variant spelling of Danish Karen, KARYN means "pure."
Female
English
 Variant spelling of English Caren, CARON means "man." Compare with another form of Caron.
Female
English
English feminine variant spelling of Scottish unisex Cameron, CAMRYN means "crooked nose."
Female
English
English variant spelling of Danish Karen, CAREN means "pure."
Female
English
Variant spelling of English Lauren, LARYN means "of Laurentum."
Female
English
English variant spelling of Danish Karen, CARIN means "pure."
Boy/Male
English
Man. Famous Bearer: late television actor Carroll O'Connor.
Female
Welsh
Welsh name derived from the word caru, CARYS means "love."
Boy/Male
Welsh
Thunder.
Boy/Male
Irish
Champion; victorious.
Female
English
English form of Danish Karen, CARYN means "pure."
Surname or Lastname
French
French : from a personal name of Gaulish origin, represented in Latin records in the form Caraunus. This name was borne by a 5th-century Breton saint who lived at Chartres and was murdered by robbers; his legend led to its widespread use as a personal name during the Middle Ages.English (of Norman origin) and French : habitational name for someone from Cairon in Calvados, France.English and French : metonymic occupational name for a carter, or possibly a cartwright, from a Norman and Picard form of Old French c(h)arron ‘cart’.There was a Caron or LeCaron, a missionary priest, in Quebec in 1615. The marriage of a Caron, of unknown origin, is recorded in Quebec in 1637.
Surname or Lastname
English
English : variant spelling of Carrell.
CARYN JAMES
CARYN JAMES
Boy/Male
Biblical
Shining, going back.
Boy/Male
Tamil
The Sun
Boy/Male
Australian, British, English, French, German, Hebrew
Twin
Boy/Male
Hindu
Purified
Boy/Male
Australian, British, Danish, English, Finnish, French, German, Swedish
Guards Wisely; Protecting Hands; Wise Protector
Surname or Lastname
English
English : variant of Scoville.
Boy/Male
Latin
Deserving of respect.
Boy/Male
Hindu
A companion of the prophet (Saw)
Boy/Male
Muslim
Valley
Male
Russian
(pronounced vuh-DEEM) A rare Russian name which some etymologists believe must have its root in Slavic vadit or vedet, VADIM means "to know," because pagan magicians were called veduny, "the knowing ones."Â
CARYN JAMES
CARYN JAMES
CARYN JAMES
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CARYN JAMES
n.
An American tree of the genus Carya, of which there are several species. The shagbark is the C. alba, and has a very rough bark; it affords the hickory nut of the markets. The pignut, or brown hickory, is the C. glabra. The swamp hickory is C. amara, having a nut whose shell is very thin and the kernel bitter.
n.
A long lock of hair hanging prominently by itself; an earlock; -- worn by men of fashion in the reigns of Elizabeth and James I.
n.
Stramonium. See Jamestown weed, and Datura.
n.
A gold coin, first made in the reign of Edward IV., having a star on the reverse resembling the rowel of a spur. In the reigns of Elizabeth and of James I., its value was fifteen shillings.
n.
One whose business it is to cary a chair or sedan.
n.
A species of hickory (Carya olivaeformis), growing in North America, chiefly in the Mississippi valley and in Texas, where it is one of the largest of forest trees; also, its fruit, a smooth, oblong nut, an inch or an inch and a half long, with a thin shell and well-flavored meat.
a.
Of or relating to tones or sounds; specifically (Phon.), applied to, or distingshing, a speech sound made with tone unmixed and undimmed by obstruction, such sounds, namely, the vowels and diphthongs, being so called by Dr. James Rush (1833) " from their forming the purest and most plastic material of intonation."
n.
A poisonous plant (Datura Stramonium); stinkweed. See Datura, and Jamestown weed.
n.
The bitter-flavored nut of a species of hickory (Carya glabra, / porcina); also, the tree itself.
n.
A rough-barked species of hickory (Carya alba), its nut. Called also shellbark. See Hickory.
n.
One of those adherents of James II. who refused to take the oath of allegiance to William and Mary, or to their successors, after the revolution of 1688; a Jacobite.
a.
Applied to, or distinguishing, a speech element consisting of tone, or proper vocal sound, not pure as in the vowels, but dimmed and otherwise modified by some kind of obstruction in the oral or the nasal passage, and in some cases with a mixture of breath sound; -- a term introduced by Dr. James Rush in 1833. See Guide to Pronunciation, //155, 199-202.
v. t.
To make vacant; to leave empty; to cease from filling or occupying; as, it was resolved by Parliament that James had vacated the throne of England; the tenant vacated the house.
n.
A band or company of an organized military force instituted by James I. and dissolved by Charles II.; -- afterwards applied to the London militia.
n.
A gold coin of the reign of James I., of the value of twenty shillings.
n.
A species of hickory (Carya alba) whose outer bark is loose and peeling; a shagbark; also, its nut.
a.
Relating to what is now called the Plutonic theory of the earth, first advanced by Dr. James Hutton.
n.
The swamp hickory (Carya amara). Its thin-shelled nuts are bitter.