elizabeth taylor
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Definition
- Proper noun:
- Elizabeth Taylor: A United States film actress, born in England in 1932, who began her career as a child star. She is renowned for her acting career, beauty, and her frequent on-screen collaborations with actor Richard Burton.
Usage
- Proper noun:
- Elizabeth Taylor won two Academy Awards for Best Actress.
- The museum is hosting an exhibition on the life of Elizabeth Taylor.
Advanced Usage
- "The Elizabeth Taylor": Used to refer to a person or thing possessing qualities associated with the actress, such as legendary beauty, dramatic talent, or a glamorous lifestyle.
- With her violet eyes and captivating presence, she was often called the Elizabeth Taylor of her generation.
Variants and Related Words
- Liz Taylor (n): A common informal nickname for Elizabeth Taylor.
- Fans affectionately referred to her as Liz Taylor.
Synonyms
- Screen legend: A legendary figure in cinema.
- Film icon: An iconic and highly influential figure in film.
Related Phrases
- Taylor-Burton romance: Refers specifically to the highly publicized personal and professional relationship between Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton.
- The Taylor-Burton romance captivated the world's media.
Related Idioms
- To have Elizabeth Taylor eyes: To have strikingly beautiful, often violet-colored, eyes. (This idiom is derived from one of her most famous physical attributes.)
- People always notice her; she has Elizabeth Taylor eyes.
Noun
- United States film actress (born in England) who was a childhood star; as an adult she often co-starred with Richard Burton (born in 1932)