Alfred Edward Housman

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Definition

Proper noun * Alfred Edward Housman: An English poet and classical scholar, known for his concise, melancholic verse, often on themes of mortality and lost youth. He lived from 1859 to 1936.

Usage Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • The poetry of Alfred Edward Housman is studied for its classical allusions and emotional depth.
    • A.E. Housman, whose full name was Alfred Edward Housman, published "A Shropshire Lad" in 1896.
Advanced Usage
  • The name is often abbreviated to A. E. Housman in literary contexts.
  • He is frequently referred to simply as Housman when the context is clear, as in "Housman's poetry."
Variants and Related Words
  • Housman (n): The common shortened form of the poet's surname.
  • A. E. Housman (n): The standard abbreviated form of his name.
Synonyms
  • A. E. Housman
  • Housman (when contextually referring to the poet)
Noun
  1. English poet (1859-1936)