Leslie Howard

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Definition

Proper noun: * Leslie Howard: An English actor who performed in both theater and film. He lived from 1893 to 1943 and is known for his portrayals of gentle, intellectual, and often romantic characters.

Usage
  • Proper noun:
    • Leslie Howard starred opposite Vivien Leigh in Gone with the Wind.
    • The biography provides new insights into the life of Leslie Howard.
    • Many consider his performance in The Scarlet Pimpernel to be quintessential Leslie Howard.
Advanced Usage
  • The name can be used metonymically to represent a particular style of acting or a cultural archetype from the period.
    • The film's lead required a certain "Leslie Howard" charm—thoughtful and understated.
Variants and Related Words
  • Howard, Leslie Howard Stainer (His full birth name was Leslie Howard Stainer).
Synonyms
  • Actor, thespian, performer, star. (Note: These are general synonyms for his profession, not direct synonyms for the proper name itself.)
Related Idioms or Phrases
  • (As a proper noun, it is not typically used in idioms. However, his most famous role might be referenced.)
    • "Play Ashley Wilkes": To portray the character he made famous in Gone with the Wind, often implying a certain noble but passive demeanor.
      • He didn't want to just play Ashley Wilkes; he sought a more dynamic role.
Noun
  1. English actor of stage and screen (1893-1943)

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