Napier
Speech parts
1. Napier - Noun
2. Napier - Proper noun
Meaning
Scottish mathematician who invented logarithms; introduced the use of the decimal point in writing numbers (1550-1617)
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Napier presented his concept of logarithms as a boon to mankind for, as he pointed out, working with logarithms reduces the drudgery of numerical computations enormously.
David Stuart & John Minto in "Account of the Life of John Napier of Merchiston," The Edinburgh Magazine, or Literary Miscellany (1787) Vol.6.
From every line of his descent talent seems to have flowed in upon John Napier.
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Driven insane by his reflection, Napier becomes " The Joker ", kills Grissom in revenge for his set-up, and usurps his criminal empire.