Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A United States writer of science fiction and founder of Scientology: L. Ron Hubbard was an American author and the founder of the Church of Scientology. He is primarily known for his science fiction and fantasy writings and for establishing the religious movement known as Scientology.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • L. Ron Hubbard wrote the influential science fiction novel "Battlefield Earth". (This sentence identifies him as an author.)
  • The teachings of L. Ron Hubbard form the basis of Scientology. (This sentence identifies him as the founder of a religious movement.)

Advanced Usage

• Referring to the body of work or philosophy: The name is often used to refer collectively to his writings and the doctrines derived from them.
  • The conference discussed the impact of L. Ron Hubbard's ideas on modern spiritual movements.

Variants and Related Words

• Hubbard, Lafayette Ronald Hubbard: These are alternative forms of his full name.
• Scientology: (n) The religious system founded by L. Ron Hubbard.
• Dianetics: (n) A set of ideas and practices regarding the human mind first published by L. Ron Hubbard, which preceded and contributed to Scientology.

Synonyms

• Author, writer, founder, religious leader. (Note: These are descriptive synonyms for his roles, not direct synonyms for the proper name itself.)

Related Phrases

• The works of L. Ron Hubbard: This phrase refers to his collected writings.
• According to L. Ron Hubbard: A phrase used to introduce a concept or quote attributed to him.

Related Idioms

Noun

1. a United States writer of science fiction and founder of Scientology (1911-1986)