Hammett
Definition
Proper noun A surname, most famously that of Dashiell Hammett, an influential American author. He is primarily recognized as a pioneering writer in the hard-boiled detective fiction genre.
Usage
The word "Hammett" is used almost exclusively to refer to the author Dashiell Hammett, his works, or his influence on literature and film. It functions as a proper noun.
Examples
- As the subject: is considered a master of detective fiction.
- Showing possession (Hammett's): novel introduced the character Sam Spade.
- Describing influence: The film is a tribute to the style of storytelling.
Advanced Usage
- As an adjective (Hammett-esque): Used to describe works that emulate his distinctive, gritty, and realistic style.
- The novel's cynical private eye and sharp dialogue are very Hammett-esque.
Variants and Related Words
- Hard-boiled: (adjective) Describes a style of detective fiction characterized by realism, cynicism, and violence, which Hammett helped define.
- Noir: (noun/adjective) A style or genre of crime fiction and film marked by cynicism, fatalism, and moral ambiguity, heavily influenced by Hammett's work.
Synonyms
- Dashiell Hammett: The full name.
- The author of The Maltese Falcon: A descriptive synonym referencing his most famous work.
Related Phrases and Contexts
- In the tradition of Hammett: Used to place a work within the literary lineage he established.
- Many contemporary crime writers work in the tradition of Hammett.
- A Hammett protagonist: Refers to the typical hero in his stories—often a world-weary, principled, but not necessarily law-abiding detective like the Continental Op or Sam Spade.
Noun
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United States writer of hard-boiled detective fiction (1894-1961)
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