Arthur Conan Doyle

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Definition

Proper noun: - Sir Arthur Conan Doyle: A British author and physician, best known for creating the fictional detective Sherlock Holmes and his companion Dr. John Watson. He also wrote science fiction, historical novels, and non-fiction works.

Usage Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • The stories by Arthur Conan Doyle are classics of detective fiction.
    • Arthur Conan Doyle studied medicine at the University of Edinburgh.
Advanced Usage
  • "Conan Doyle": Often used as a shortened or alternative form of the author's name, particularly in literary contexts.
    • The narrative style of Conan Doyle influenced many later writers.
Variants and Related Words
  • Doylean (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of the works of Arthur Conan Doyle.
    • The plot had a distinctly Doylean twist.
Synonyms
  • Creator of Sherlock Holmes: A descriptive synonym highlighting his most famous creation.
  • A.C. Doyle: An abbreviated form.
Related Phrases
  • "The Conan Doyle canon": Refers to the complete collection of works authored by Arthur Conan Doyle, especially the Sherlock Holmes stories.
    • Scholars often debate the details within the Conan Doyle canon.
Noun
  1. British author who created Sherlock Holmes (1859-1930)