(1656–1742), English astronomer and mathematician. He is best known for identifying a bright comet (later named after him), and for successfully predicting its return.
Definition of Halley, Edmond in US English:
Halley, Edmond
proper nounˈhā-
(1656–1742), English astronomer and mathematician. He is best known for identifying a bright comet (later named after him), and for successfully predicting its return.