Gilmer
Definition
- Proper noun:
- A surname of a specific American journalist: "Gilmer" refers to Elizabeth Meriwether Gilmer, a United States journalist known for writing a syndicated advice column under the pen name Dorothy Dix.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- Gilmer was one of the most widely read newspaper columnists of her time.
- The advice columns written by Gilmer were syndicated in hundreds of newspapers.
Advanced Usage
- This word is almost exclusively used as a proper noun referring to the historical figure. It is not commonly used in other contexts or as a common noun.
Variants and Related Words
- Dorothy Dix: The pen name used by Elizabeth Meriwether Gilmer.
- The Dorothy Dix column offered counsel on personal and romantic problems.
Synonyms
- Journalist: A person who writes for newspapers, magazines, or news websites.
- Columnist: A journalist who regularly writes a column giving a personal opinion.
Notes on Meaning
- "Gilmer" specifically denotes the person, Elizabeth Meriwether Gilmer. It does not have other general meanings in common English usage. It is not to be confused with the similar-sounding common noun "glimmer."
Noun
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United States journalist who wrote a syndicated column of advice to the lovelorn (1870-1951)
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