Harry Lauder
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Definition
Proper noun: - Harry Lauder: A stage name referring to Sir Henry Lauder, a famous Scottish entertainer. He was renowned as a ballad singer and music hall comedian during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- My grandfather loved listening to recordings of Harry Lauder.
- Harry Lauder was one of the highest-paid performers of his era.
Advanced Usage
- The name "Harry Lauder" can be used metonymically to represent the style of old-fashioned, sentimental Scottish music hall entertainment.
- The concert had a touch of Harry Lauder about it, with its tartan-clad singers and humorous songs.
Variants and Related Words
- Sir Harry Lauder: The full title, acknowledging his knighthood.
- Lauder, Sir Harry Lauder: Alternative listings of the name.
Synonyms
- Scottish entertainer
- Music hall star
- Balladeer (specifically for his singing role)
Noun
- Scottish ballad singer and music hall comedian (1870-1950)