Sir Rabindranath Tagore
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Definition
Proper noun: - Rabindranath Tagore: An Indian writer, poet, philosopher, composer, and painter. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913, becoming the first non-European laureate. His work, deeply rooted in Indian spiritual traditions, helped shape modern Bengali literature and music.
Usage
- Proper noun:
- Sir Rabindranath Tagore is revered as a cultural icon in India and Bangladesh.
- The poetry of Sir Rabindranath Tagore often explores themes of nature, love, and divinity.
- Many institutions are named after Sir Rabindranath Tagore.
Advanced Usage
- "Tagorean" (adj): Relating to or characteristic of Rabindranath Tagore or his works.
- The song has a distinctly Tagorean sensibility.
Variants and Related Words
- Rabindranath Tagore: The full name, often used without the honorific 'Sir'.
- Gurudev: A term of reverence meaning "divine teacher," often used for Tagore.
- Tagore: A common shortened reference.
Synonyms
- Poet: A writer of poems (a primary role).
- Philosopher: A person engaged in the study of fundamental truths.
- Polymath: A person of wide-ranging knowledge or learning.
Related Phrases
- Nobel laureate: A recipient of a Nobel Prize.
- Sir Rabindranath Tagore was a Nobel laureate in Literature.
Related Idioms
Noun
- Indian writer and philosopher whose poetry (based on traditional Hindu themes) pioneered the use of colloquial Bengali (1861-1941)