jenny lind
Definition
- Proper noun:
- A historical figure: Jenny Lind was a celebrated Swedish soprano, renowned for her exceptional vocal talent and purity of voice. She achieved immense international fame in the 19th century, particularly for her concert tours.
Examples of Usage
- Proper noun:
- The biography detailed the life and career of Jenny Lind, the "Swedish Nightingale."
- P. T. Barnum's promotion of Jenny Lind's American tour was a landmark in entertainment history.
Advanced Usage
- "The Swedish Nightingale": This is a common epithet used to refer to Jenny Lind, highlighting her nationality and the birdlike beauty of her singing voice.
- Jenny Lind, known as the Swedish Nightingale, captivated audiences across Europe.
Variants and Related Words
- Lind, Johanna Maria Lind: These are alternative names for the same individual. "Jenny Lind" was her professional stage name.
Synonyms
- Soprano: A singer with the highest vocal range, which describes her voice type.
- Vocalist: A singer, especially a professional one.
Related Phrases
- Barnum's star: While not a direct phrasal verb, this phrase is historically linked, referring to her status as a major attraction promoted by P. T. Barnum.
- She became Barnum's star during her lucrative U.S. tour.
Noun
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Swedish soprano who toured the United States under the management of P. T. Barnum (1820-1887)
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