jimmy durante
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Definition
- Proper noun:
- A stage name: "Jimmy Durante" refers to a specific American comedian and entertainer.
- A historical figure: The name denotes a person known for distinctive comedic traits, specifically a large nose and a distinctive, hoarse voice, active in the 20th century.
Usage
- Proper noun:
- The classic song "Inka Dinka Doo" is famously associated with Jimmy Durante.
- My grandfather loved watching Jimmy Durante on television.
Advanced Usage
- As a cultural reference: The name can be used to evoke a specific era or style of American comedy.
- The performer's gravelly delivery was reminiscent of a young Jimmy Durante.
Variants and Related Words
- Durante: A common shortened reference to the full stage name.
- Durante's career spanned vaudeville, radio, film, and television.
- The Schnozzola: A well-known nickname for Jimmy Durante, humorously referencing his prominent nose.
Synonyms
- Comedian: A performer who entertains by telling jokes or acting in a funny manner.
- Entertainer: A person, such as a singer or comedian, whose job is to entertain others.
Related Phrases
- "Goodnight, Mrs. Calabash, wherever you are!": A signature sign-off phrase famously used by Jimmy Durante at the end of his performances.
Noun
- United States comedian remembered for his large nose and hoarse voice (1893-1980)