Definition of Van Buren, Martin in English:
Van Buren, Martin
proper nounvan ˈbjʊərənˌvæn ˈbjʊrən
(1782–1862), American Democratic statesman, 8th president of the US 1837–41.
Definition of Van Buren, Martin in US English:
Van Buren, Martin
proper nounvan ˈbyo͝orənˌvæn ˈbjʊrən
(1782–1862), 8th president of the US 1837–41. Before succeeding President Jackson, he served as vice president 1833–37. A Democrat, he is noted for his development of the two-party system. His measure of placing government funds, previously held in private banks, in an independent government treasury displeased many Democrats.