Alice-Josephine Pons

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Definition

Proper noun: * Alice-Josephine Pons: A French-born American operatic soprano, specifically celebrated as a coloratura soprano. She was active in the 20th century (1904-1976).

Usage

This term is used exclusively as a proper noun to refer to the specific individual, the singer Lily Pons. It is most commonly encountered in biographical, historical, or musical contexts. * The biography detailed the early career of Alice-Josephine Pons in France before her move to the United States. * Alice-Josephine Pons is remembered for her brilliant high notes and agile vocal technique, hallmarks of a coloratura.

Advanced Usage
  • The name is often presented in its fuller form, Alice-Josephine Pons, in formal reference works or detailed biographies to distinguish her birth name from her professional stage name.
Variants and Related Words
  • Lily Pons (Proper noun): The professional stage name of Alice-Josephine Pons, by which she was widely known during her performing career and in popular culture.
    • The radio broadcast featured the famous soprano Lily Pons.
Synonyms
  • Lily Pons (Proper noun)
Different Meanings

This term has only one meaning: it refers specifically to the individual singer. It is not used as a common noun.

Noun
  1. United States coloratura soprano (born in France) (1904-1976)