Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A person's name: Alice B. Toklas was an American writer, best known for her role as the lifelong secretary, companion, and collaborator of the avant-garde writer Gertrude Stein.

Examples of Usage

• Proper noun:
  • Alice B. Toklas is a central figure in the literary history of early 20th-century Paris.
  • Gertrude Stein and Alice B. Toklas hosted a famous salon for artists and writers.
  • The autobiography "The Autobiography of Alice B. Toklas" was actually written by Gertrude Stein from Toklas's perspective.

Advanced Usage

• "The Alice B. Toklas Cookbook": Refers to her published cookbook, which is also known for a famous recipe related to cannabis brownies.
  • Her cookbook provides a unique glimpse into the domestic life of the Parisian artistic community.

Variants and Related Words

• Toklas: A common shortened reference in literary and historical contexts.
  • Stein and Toklas are often mentioned together.

Synonyms

• Companion: A person who accompanies or spends time with another.
• Secretary: A person employed to assist with correspondence, keep records, and manage affairs.

Related Phrases

• "Alice B. Toklas brownie": A colloquial term for a cannabis-infused baked good, originating from a recipe in her cookbook.
  • The term is often used in popular culture, though it is a historical reference.

Noun

1. United States writer remembered as the secretary and companion of Gertrude Stein (1877-1967)