Trollope

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Definition

Proper noun: - Anthony Trollope: A 19th-century English novelist, known for his prolific output and detailed portrayals of Victorian society, particularly in his series of novels such as the "Chronicles of Barsetshire" and the "Palliser" novels.

Usage Notes
  • "Trollope" is used almost exclusively as a proper noun referring to the author Anthony Trollope. It is not used as a common noun with a separate meaning.
  • When used in literary or historical contexts, it typically refers to his body of work, his writing style, or the social themes he explored.
Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • I am reading a biography of Trollope.
    • The novels of Trollope provide a fascinating window into Victorian clerical life.
    • Her dissertation focuses on gender roles in Trollope's later works.
Advanced Usage
  • "Trollopian" (adjective): Characteristic of or resembling the novels of Anthony Trollope, especially in their detailed, realistic depiction of professional and social life.
    • The novel's Trollopian examination of political machinations was widely praised.
Variants and Related Words
  • Trollopian (adj): Pertaining to Anthony Trollope or his literary style.
Synonyms
  • Author: As a general category, but "Trollope" is a specific proper name with no true synonym. In context, one might refer to him as a Victorian novelist or a writer.
Notes on Different Meanings
  • This word has only one established meaning in English: the reference to the novelist Anthony Trollope. It is not to be confused with the unrelated, archaic verb "trollop."
Noun
  1. English writer of novels (1815-1882)