Greeley

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Definition

Proper noun * Horace Greeley: A 19th-century United States journalist, newspaper editor, and political figure. He was the founder and editor of the New-York Tribune and is known for his advocacy for westward expansion and his political ambitions.

Usage
  • The name "Greeley" is used primarily as a proper noun to refer to the historical figure Horace Greeley.
  • It can also appear in the names of institutions, streets, or locations named in his honor.
Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • The editorial by Greeley famously urged young men to "Go West, and grow up with the country."
    • Greeley was the Liberal Republican and Democratic candidate for President in 1872.
    • The Greeley statue in City Hall Park commemorates his work as a journalist.
Advanced Usage
  • The name can be used metonymically to refer to the newspaper he edited.
    • The opinion from Greeley was highly influential in shaping public debate.
Variants and Related Words
  • Greeleyesque (adj): Characteristic of or resembling the style, ideas, or journalism of Horace Greeley.
    • The article had a Greeleyesque fervor for social reform.
Synonyms
  • Horace Greeley (full name)
  • Editor of the Tribune
  • The Tribune editor (when used metonymically)
Related Idioms and Phrases
  • "Go West, young man": This famous phrase is popularly attributed to Horace Greeley, encapsulating his advocacy for westward expansion in the United States.
    • Inspired by Greeley's advice, many families decided to "Go West."
Noun
  1. United States journalist with political ambitions (1811-1872)

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