duncan

Thân thiện

Isadora Duncan performed her expressive dance on a stage.

Definition

Proper noun A surname, most famously associated with Isadora Duncan, an influential American dancer and a key founder of modern dance.

Usage

This word is used almost exclusively as a proper noun to refer to the person Isadora Duncan or to others sharing the surname. * The revolutionary techniques of Duncan changed the course of dance history. * Isadora Duncan was known for her free-flowing costumes and expressive movements.

Advanced Usage

• "Duncan-esque": An adjective describing something reminiscent of Isadora Duncan's style—characterized by freeform, natural, and emotionally expressive movement.
  • The choreography had a Duncan-esque quality, emphasizing gravity and natural gesture.

Variants and Related Words

• Duncanian (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of Isadora Duncan or her artistic philosophy.

Synonyms

• Isadora Duncan (full name specification)

Notes

In the context of arts and culture, "Duncan" unambiguously refers to Isadora Duncan. It is not typically used in idioms or phrasal verbs. The primary definition is as a proper noun identifying a specific historical figure.

Học thuật

Noun

1. United States dancer and pioneer of modern dance (1878-1927)

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Duncan
• Isadora Duncan