elmore john leonard
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Definition
- Proper noun:
- Elmore John Leonard: The full name of an American author, specifically a writer of thriller and crime fiction novels, born in 1925. This name refers to the individual person.
Usage
- Proper noun:
- This name is used to identify the specific author in contexts discussing literature, thriller genres, or American writers.
- It is typically used as a subject or object in a sentence when referring to his life, works, or influence.
Examples
- Proper noun:
- I am reading a novel by Elmore John Leonard.
- The film adaptation is based on a story by Elmore John Leonard.
- Elmore John Leonard is known for his gritty dialogue and complex characters.
Advanced Usage
- As a modifier: While the full name itself is not typically used as a modifier, the last name "Leonard" can be used attributively.
- That's a very Leonard-esque plot twist. (This describes a twist characteristic of his writing style.)
Variants and Related Words
- Elmore Leonard: The more common, shortened form of the author's name used in publishing and general discourse.
- Dutch Leonard: An early pseudonym used by the author.
Synonyms
- Crime writer: A general term for an author who writes crime fiction.
- Thriller author: A general term for an author who writes thrillers.
- Novelist: A general term for a writer of novels.
Notes on Meaning
- This entry refers specifically to the person, Elmore John Leonard. It does not refer to his individual works, characters, or stylistic trademarks, which would be separate entries.
- The name itself does not have phrasal verbs or idioms. Any idiomatic expressions would be related to his works or characters, not the name in isolation.
Noun
- United States writer of thrillers (born in 1925)