Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A British statesman: "Balfour" refers specifically to Arthur James Balfour, a prominent British statesman and philosopher who served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and held other key government offices in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
   • Historical figure: The term denotes this individual, known for his significant role in British politics and foreign policy, most notably associated with the Balfour Declaration of 1917.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • Balfour served as Prime Minister from 1902 to 1905.
  • The Balfour Declaration was a key statement of British policy.
  • Historians often study the political career of Balfour.

Advanced Usage

• "Balfourian" (adjective): Pertaining to or characteristic of Arthur Balfour or his policies.
  • The speech outlined a Balfourian approach to foreign affairs.

Variants and Related Words

• Balfour Declaration (proper noun): A public statement issued by the British government in 1917 during World War I, announcing support for the establishment of a "national home for the Jewish people" in Palestine. It is named after Arthur Balfour, who was Foreign Secretary at the time.

Synonyms

• Arthur James Balfour: The full name of the individual.
• 1st Earl of Balfour: His title after being elevated to the peerage.

Related Phrases

• "The Balfour Note": Refers to a 1922 diplomatic communication regarding war debts, also associated with his tenure.
  • The Balfour Note attempted to address international war reparations.

Noun

1. English statesman; member of the Conservative Party (1848-1930)