irving

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • A surname of notable American writers: "Irving" primarily refers to the surname of two significant American authors, John Irving and Washington Irving, each known for distinct literary contributions.
Examples of Usage
  • Proper noun:
    • John Irving is the author of "The World According to Garp." (This sentence identifies the contemporary novelist.)
    • Many have read Washington Irving's "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow." (This sentence identifies the 19th-century short story writer.)
Advanced Usage
  • Used attributively to describe a literary style: The name can be used to characterize a type of storytelling.
    • The tale had a distinctly Irving-esque blend of humor and the macabre. (This describes a style reminiscent of John Irving's work.)
    • He wrote an Irving-like sketch of rural American life. (This describes a style reminiscent of Washington Irving's work.)
Variants and Related Words
  • Irvingite (noun, historical): A member of a religious sect founded by Edward Irving in the 19th century.
    • The Irvingites were known for their charismatic practices.
Synonyms
  • Author: A writer of a book, article, or report. (This is a general synonym for 'writer', which describes the Irvings' profession.)
  • Novelist: A writer of novels. (Specifically applicable to John Irving.)
  • Short story writer: A writer of short stories. (Specifically applicable to Washington Irving.)
Related Phrases
  • The Irving tradition: Refers to the legacy of American literary storytelling associated with the Irving authors.
    • His work continues in the Irving tradition of detailed character studies.
Related Idioms
Noun
  1. United States writer of darkly humorous novels (born in 1942)
  2. United States writer remembered for his stories (1783-1859)

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