Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • The 40th President of the United States: Refers specifically to Ronald Wilson Reagan, who served as the U.S. President from 1981 to 1989. This term denotes the individual's official title and historical identity.

Usage

• The term "President Reagan" is used as a title and a proper noun to refer to the historical figure, particularly in political, historical, and biographical contexts.
• It is typically used with the definite article "the" when referring to the office he held (e.g., ), but often stands alone as a name (e.g., ).

Examples

• Proper noun:
  • President Reagan implemented economic policies known as "Reaganomics."
  • The foreign policy of President Reagan was defined by the end of the Cold War.
  • Many biographies have been written about President Reagan.

Advanced Usage

• "The Reagan Era": A historical period referring to the 1980s, characterized by his political ideology and policies.

  • The Reagan Era saw significant shifts in U.S. domestic and foreign policy.

• "Reaganesque" (adj): Having qualities or styles reminiscent of President Reagan's policies or rhetoric.

  • The senator's speech was described as Reaganesque in its optimism.

Variants and Related Words

• Ronald Reagan: The full name of the individual.
• Reagan: A common shortened reference to the president, often used attributively (e.g., , ).
• The Gipper: A nickname for Ronald Reagan, originating from his role in a film.

Synonyms

• The 40th President: A formal synonym referencing his numerical order in the presidency.
• Ronald Reagan: The personal name synonymous with the title.

Notes on Usage

• "President Reagan" is a fixed compound proper noun. When used in this form, it specifically and exclusively refers to Ronald Reagan. It should not be confused with the general term "president."
• This term is primarily used in historical and political discourse rather than in general language.

Noun

1. 40th President of the United States (1911-2004)