Runyon
Speech parts
1. Runyon - Noun
2. Runyon - Proper noun
Meaning
United States writer of humorous stylized stories about Broadway and the New York underground (1884-1946)
Source: WordNetSynonyms
Examples
After Ellen Runyon died of the effects of her own drinking problems, Runyon and Patrice married; that marriage ended in 1946 when Patrice left Runyon for a younger man.
"An All-Star Team Picked by A.D. Runyon."
Broadway Boogie Woogie: Damon Runyon and the Making of New York City Culture.
Damon Runyon was born Alfred Damon Runyan to Alfred Lee and Elizabeth (Damon) Runyan.
A big drinker during his years in Denver, Runyon gave it up when he moved to New York.
Father's Footsteps: The Story of Damon Runyon by his Son.