George du Maurier

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • English writer and illustrator: George du Maurier was a 19th-century British artist and author, known for his work as a cartoonist and novelist. He is also recognized as the grandfather of the novelist Daphne du Maurier.
Usage Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • George du Maurier was a prominent illustrator for the magazine Punch.
    • The novel Trilby by George du Maurier introduced the character Svengali.
Advanced Usage
  • Historical and familial context: The name is often used in discussions of 19th-century British art and literature, as well as in the context of literary families.
    • The artistic legacy of George du Maurier influenced his descendants.
Variants and Related Words
  • Du Maurier: A surname. When used alone, it most commonly refers to his granddaughter, Daphne du Maurier, the author of .
  • Trilby: The title of his most famous novel, which also entered the language as a term for a type of soft hat.
Synonyms
  • Cartoonist: (a person who draws cartoons, especially for newspapers or magazines).
  • Illustrator: (an artist who makes illustrations for books or other written works).
Related Phrases
  • Svengali: A character created by George du Maurier in , whose name has become a common noun for a person who exercises excessive control or influence over another.
    • The coach was described as a Svengali, completely controlling the athlete's career.
Noun
  1. English writer and illustrator; grandfather of Daphne du Maurier (1834-1896)

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