a. conan doyle
Definition
- Proper noun:
- Sir Arthur Conan Doyle: The full name of the British author and physician, most famous for creating the fictional detective Sherlock Holmes. The term "a. conan doyle" is a stylized or abbreviated reference to this person.
Usage
- Proper noun:
- The stories by a. conan doyle remain timeless classics of detective fiction.
- Many adaptations are based on the original characters created by a. conan doyle.
Advanced Usage
- As a metonym for Sherlock Holmes stories: The name is often used to refer collectively to the body of work featuring Sherlock Holmes.
- If you enjoy logical deduction, you should read a. conan doyle.
Variants and Related Words
- Sir Arthur Conan Doyle: The full, formal name of the author.
- Conan Doyle: A common shortened form of the author's name.
- Doyle: A further abbreviation sometimes used informally.
Synonyms
- Creator of Sherlock Holmes: A descriptive synonym highlighting his most famous creation.
- The Holmesian author: A term relating to the Sherlock Holmes canon.
Related Idioms and Phrases
- The game is afoot: A famous phrase popularized by Sherlock Holmes in the works of a. conan doyle, meaning an investigation or adventure has begun.
- When the client arrived with the mysterious letter, the detective exclaimed, "The game is afoot!"
Noun
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British author who created Sherlock Holmes (1859-1930)
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