William Blake
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Definition
Proper noun: - William Blake: A visionary British poet, painter, and printmaker who lived from 1757 to 1827. He is renowned for his symbolic and mystical works that combine poetry and visual art.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- The poetry of William Blake often explores themes of imagination, spirituality, and social injustice.
- The museum is hosting an exhibition of William Blake's illuminated books.
- "The Tyger" is one of the most famous poems by William Blake.
Advanced Usage
- "Blakean" (adjective): Characteristic of or resembling the works, ideas, or mystical style of William Blake.
- The film's visual symbolism had a distinctly Blakean quality.
Variants and Related Words
- Blakean (adj): Pertaining to William Blake or his artistic and philosophical style.
Synonyms
- The Bard of Albion (a poetic epithet for Blake).
- Visionary poet (describing his characteristic style).
Related Idioms and Phrases
- "To see a world in a grain of sand...": A famous line from Blake's poem "Auguries of Innocence," often used to symbolize the idea of finding vast meaning in small things.
- His detailed analysis of the single cell reminded me of Blake's line about seeing a world in a grain of sand.
Noun
- visionary British poet and painter (1757-1827)