Doctorow
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Definition
- Proper noun:
- A surname of a notable American novelist: "Doctorow" refers specifically to E.L. Doctorow, an acclaimed United States novelist born in 1931, known for his works of historical fiction.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- I am reading a novel by Doctorow.
- Doctorow's book "Ragtime" is considered a modern classic.
Advanced Usage
- The name "Doctorow" is typically used to refer to the author and his body of literary work. It is not commonly used in other grammatical contexts.
Variants and Related Words
- E.L. Doctorow: The full professional name of the author, Edgar Lawrence Doctorow.
Synonyms
- Author: A writer of a book, article, or report.
- Novelist: A writer of novels.
Notes
- "Doctorow" is a proper noun and is always capitalized. It refers to a specific individual and is not used as a common noun.
Noun
- United States novelist (born in 1931)