Definition

Proper noun: * Kate Smith: A stage name referring to Kathryn Elizabeth Smith, a celebrated American singer. She is particularly remembered for her powerful contralto voice and her iconic performances of patriotic songs, which boosted morale during World War II. Her signature song was "God Bless America."

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • Kate Smith was a beloved figure in American entertainment for decades.
  • The radio often played recordings by Kate Smith during the war years.
  • Many people associate the song "God Bless America" with Kate Smith.

Advanced Usage

• "A Kate Smith rendition": This phrase is used to describe a performance of a song, especially a patriotic one, delivered in a robust, heartfelt, and traditional style reminiscent of the singer.
  • The choir gave a Kate Smith rendition of the national anthem that moved the entire stadium.

Variants and Related Words

• Kathryn Elizabeth Smith: The singer's birth name.
• The First Lady of Radio: A common honorary title given to Kate Smith in recognition of her popularity and influence in that medium.
• The Songbird of the South: Another nickname occasionally used for Kate Smith.

Synonyms

• Patriotic singer
• Contralto (referring to her vocal range and style)
• Entertainer

Related Idioms and Phrases

• "Like Kate Smith": Used informally to describe someone singing with great volume, earnestness, or in a classic, unabashedly patriotic style.
  • He stood up at the picnic and sang "America the Beautiful" like Kate Smith.

Noun

1. United States singer noted for her rendition of patriotic songs (1909-1986)