Definition

Proper noun: - A Scottish statesman and brother of Elizabeth and John Haldane: Refers to Richard Burdon Haldane, a prominent Scottish lawyer, philosopher, and Liberal and later Labour politician who was made the 1st Viscount Haldane of Cloan. He served as Secretary of State for War and Lord Chancellor.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • First Viscount Haldane of Cloan was a key figure in reforming the British Army before World War I.
  • The philosophical works of First Viscount Haldane of Cloan are studied alongside his political career.

Advanced Usage

• Historical reference: The title is used in historical and biographical contexts to refer specifically to Richard Haldane's peerage and his contributions.
  • The reforms initiated by the First Viscount Haldane of Cloan had a lasting impact on military organization.

Variants and Related Words

• Viscount Haldane: A common shortened reference.
• Richard Haldane: The individual's name before being awarded the viscountcy.
• Haldane: A common shortened surname reference in historical texts.

Synonyms

• Richard Burdon Haldane: The full name of the person holding the title.
• Lord Haldane: An alternative title used during his time as Lord Chancellor.

Notes on Meaning

This is a specific hereditary title of nobility, not a general term. Its meaning is fixed to the historical person, Richard Burdon Haldane. It is primarily used in historical, political, and biographical writing.

Noun

1. Scottish statesman and brother of Elizabeth and John Haldane (1856-1928)