mækˈɑrtər

Definitions

1. noun

A Scottish clan name.

“The MacArthur Fellowship is awarded to individuals from the MacArthur clan.”

2. proper noun

A surname, particularly a Scottish surname.

“Douglas MacArthur was a famous American general with the surname MacArthur.”

3. verb

To give (something) a MacArthur Fellowship.

“He hopes to macarthur a young artist with a grant.”