leslie howard
Definition
Proper noun: * Leslie Howard: An English actor who performed in both theater and film. He lived from 1893 to 1943 and is known for his portrayals of gentle, intellectual, and often romantic characters.
Usage
- Proper noun:
- Leslie Howard starred opposite Vivien Leigh in Gone with the Wind.
- The biography provides new insights into the life of Leslie Howard.
- Many consider his performance in The Scarlet Pimpernel to be quintessential Leslie Howard.
Advanced Usage
- The name can be used metonymically to represent a particular style of acting or a cultural archetype from the period.
- The film's lead required a certain "Leslie Howard" charm—thoughtful and understated.
Variants and Related Words
- Howard, Leslie Howard Stainer (His full birth name was Leslie Howard Stainer).
Synonyms
- Actor, thespian, performer, star. (Note: These are general synonyms for his profession, not direct synonyms for the proper name itself.)
Related Idioms or Phrases
- (As a proper noun, it is not typically used in idioms. However, his most famous role might be referenced.)
- "Play Ashley Wilkes": To portray the character he made famous in Gone with the Wind, often implying a certain noble but passive demeanor.
- He didn't want to just play Ashley Wilkes; he sought a more dynamic role.
Noun
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English actor of stage and screen (1893-1943)
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