Definition

Proper noun * Lilian Alicia Marks: The birth name of the English ballerina Dame Alicia Markova, one of the most celebrated classical ballet dancers of the 20th century and a co-founder of several major ballet companies.

Usage

This term is used specifically to refer to the historical identity and early life of the dancer before she adopted her professional stage name. * Lilian Alicia Marks began her training at a very young age. * The dancer known to the world as Alicia Markova was born Lilian Alicia Marks in 1910.

Advanced Usage

• The name Lilian Alicia Marks is primarily used in biographical and historical contexts to discuss the dancer's origins, family background, or the period before her professional career began under the name Alicia Markova.

Variants and Related Words

• Alicia Markova (Proper noun): The professional stage name and primary identity for this artist's performing career and legacy.
• Dame Alicia Markova (Proper noun): The title used following her appointment as a Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (DBE).

Synonyms

• Alicia Markova: This is the direct and most common synonym, representing her professional persona.
• Dame Alicia Markova: The formal, titled synonym.

Related Phrases

• born as: Used to introduce a person's birth name.
  • Alicia Markova, born as Lilian Alicia Marks, was a founding member of the Royal Ballet.

Noun

1. English ballet dancer (born in 1910)