1. United States pioneer photographer famous for his portraits; was the official Union photographer for the American Civil War (1823-1896) • Syn: Mathew B. Brady • Instance Hypernyms: photographer, lensman 2. United States financier noted for his love of diamonds and his extravagant lifestyle (1856-1917) • Syn: James Buchanan Brady, Diamond Jim Brady, Diamond Jim • Instance Hypernyms: financier, moneyman