Rodgers

Rodgers
/roj"euhrz/, n.
1. James Charles (Jimmie), 1897-1933, U.S. country-and-western singer, guitarist, and composer.
2. Richard, 1902-79, U.S. composer of popular music.
3. William Henry (Bill), born 1947, U.S. track-and-field athlete.

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(as used in expressions)
Rodgers Jimmie
James Charles Rodgers
Rodgers Richard

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