Eleanor Gwyn

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • Eleanor Gwyn: An English comedienne and mistress of King Charles II of England, who lived from 1650 to 1687. She is a notable historical figure from the Restoration period.
Usage Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • Eleanor Gwyn, often called Nell Gwyn, was a famous actress in 17th-century London.
    • The king was famously fond of Eleanor Gwyn.
Advanced Usage
  • "Nell Gwyn": This is the common, shortened form and nickname for Eleanor Gwyn, used more frequently in historical and popular references.
    • The story of Nell Gwyn has been the subject of many plays and films.
Variants and Related Words
  • Nell Gwyn (proper noun): The most common variant and nickname for Eleanor Gwyn.
  • Gwynne (proper noun): An occasional historical spelling variant of the surname.
Synonyms
  • Nell Gwyn: The primary synonym, being her nickname.
  • Orange Nell: A historical nickname referencing her association with selling oranges at the theatre.
Related Phrases and Cultural References
  • "Pretty, witty Nell": A phrase from the period often used to describe her character.
    • Samuel Pepys referred to her as "pretty, witty Nell" in his diary.
  • "The Protestant whore": A historical epithet reportedly used by her to identify herself to an angry crowd who mistook her coach for that of a Catholic mistress of the king.
    • According to anecdote, Nell Gwyn leaned out of her coach and said, "Good people, I am the Protestant whore."
Noun
  1. English comedienne and mistress of Charles II (1650-1687)

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