(1913–94), American film actor; full name Burton Stephen Lancaster. He starred in films such as From Here to Eternity (1953), Elmer Gantry (1960), for which he won an Oscar, and Field of Dreams (1989).
Definition of Lancaster, Burt in US English:
Lancaster, Burt
proper nounˈlanˌkastər
(1913–94), US movie actor; full name Burton Stephen Lancaster. He made his debut in The Killers (1946) and was often cast in “tough guy” roles. Notable movies: From Here to Eternity (1953), Elmer Gantry (1960), and Field of Dreams (1989).