Definition

Proper noun: * Alfred Tennyson: An Englishman and Victorian-era poet (1809-1892). He is one of the most famous and widely read poets of the 19th century in England.

Usage

• The name "Alfred Tennyson" is used to refer to the historical figure, the poet himself.
• It is also used attributively to describe works, styles, or periods associated with him.

Examples

• As a proper noun (person):
  • Alfred Tennyson was appointed Poet Laureate in 1850.
  • We are studying the life and works of Alfred Tennyson.
• Used attributively:
  • This is a collection of Alfred Tennyson poems.
  • The Alfred Tennyson manuscript was sold at auction.

Advanced Usage

• "Tennysonian" (adjective): Pertaining to or characteristic of the style, themes, or era of Alfred Tennyson's poetry.
  • The poem has a distinctly Tennysonian melancholy and musicality.

Variants and Related Words

• Tennyson: The most common shortened form of his name.
  • The poem "The Lady of Shalott" was written by Tennyson.
• Alfred, Lord Tennyson: His full title after being raised to the peerage in 1884.
  • The position of Poet Laureate was held by Alfred, Lord Tennyson for 42 years.

Synonyms

• The Poet Laureate (referring specifically to his official role from 1850).
• A major Victorian poet (describing his significance within the literary period).

Related Idioms and Phrases

(While there are no common idioms using his name, his poetry has contributed famous lines to the language.) * "'Tis better to have loved and lost / Than never to have loved at all.": A famous line from his poem In Memoriam A.H.H. * "Nature, red in tooth and claw": A famous phrase from In Memoriam A.H.H. describing the harshness of natural selection.

Noun

1. Englishman and Victorian poet (1809-1892)