harper

noun

harp·​er ˈhär-pər 

1

: a harp player

2

: one that harps

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Biographical Definition

Harper

biographical name

Har·​per ˈhär-pər 

Stephen (Joseph) 1959–     Canadian politician; prime minister of Canada (2006–15)