Tom Regan
American philosopher (1938–2017)
1938 — 2017
Quick Facts
Profession
American philosopher (1938–2017)
Born
November 28, 1938
Died
2017 (age ~79)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
writer, university teacher, philosopher
United StatesBorn in PittsburghDied in Raleigh
1938
Born in Pittsburgh (1938-11-28)
2017
Died in Raleigh
About
Tom Regan was an American philosopher who specialized in animal rights theory. He was professor emeritus of philosophy at North Carolina State University, where he had taught from 1967 until his retirement in 2001.
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Who is Tom Regan?+
Tom Regan was an American philosopher who specialized in animal rights theory. He was professor emeritus of philosophy at North Carolina State University, where he had taught from 1967 until his retirement in 2001.
What does the name Tom mean?+
The name Tom means "A diminutive of the male given name Thomas, also used as a formal male given name.. Etymology: Borrowed from Tom.". It is of English origin.
When was Tom Regan born?+
Tom Regan was born on November 28, 1938.
When did Tom Regan die?+
Tom Regan died in 2017, at approximately 79 years of age.
Name Meaning
A diminutive of the male given name Thomas, also used as a formal male given name.. Etymology: Borrowed from Tom.
The name Tom is of English origin, meaning "A diminutive of the male given name Thomas, also used as a formal male given name.. Etymology: Borrowed from Tom.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Tom — November 28, 1938
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Sagittarius
Optimistic, adventurous, generous
Fire · Jupiter · Nov 22 – Dec 21
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Tiger
Brave, competitive, confident
Earth · Yang
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5 Lamat
Star — harmony, beauty, abundance
Celtic Tree
Elder
Free spirit, philosophical, wild
Ogham: Ruis · Nov 25 – Dec 23
Birthstone: Topaz — Joy, abundance
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