Konoe

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Definition

Proper noun A Japanese surname, most notably associated with Fumimaro Konoe (近衞 文麿), a pre-World War II Japanese prime minister. The name refers specifically to this historical figure, a member of the ancient Fujiwara clan nobility.

Usage

The word "Konoe" is used almost exclusively as a proper noun to refer to the historical figure Prince Fumimaro Konoe or his family line. * Historical reference: Konoe served as Prime Minister of Japan three times. * Familial reference: The Konoe family was a prominent branch of the Fujiwara clan.

Advanced Usage
  • The Konoe Faction: In historical political analysis, this term refers to the influential group of politicians and advisors surrounding Prince Konoe, who advocated for his policies.
  • Konoe Cabinet: Used to specify the governments led by Fumimaro Konoe during his terms (1937–1939 and 1940–1941).
Variants and Related Words
  • Konoye: An alternative romanization of the same Japanese surname and historical figure.
  • Fumimaro Konoe: The full name of the primary historical figure associated with this surname.
Different Meanings

As a proper noun, "Konoe" does not have multiple general meanings. Its sole referent is the specific Japanese surname and the historical figure most associated with it. It is not a common noun with a separate definition.

Synonyms

There are no direct synonyms for a proper surname. In a historical context, one might refer to: * Prince Konoe * The Konoe Statesman

Idioms

There are no idioms in English using the word "Konoe."

Phrasal Verbs

There are no phrasal verbs using the word "Konoe."

Noun
  1. Japanese statesman who set Japan's expansionist policies and formed an alliance with Germany and Italy (1891-1945)