lionel barrymore
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Definition
Proper noun A stage name referring to Lionel Barrymore (born Lionel Herbert Blyth), a prominent American actor of stage, radio, and film. He was a member of the famous Barrymore acting family.
Usage
This term is used as a proper noun to identify the specific individual. It is typically used in biographical, historical, or cinematic contexts. * He won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his role in A Free Soul. * The film featured performances by both Lionel Barrymore and his brother, John. * Lionel Barrymore is remembered for his role as Mr. Potter in It's a Wonderful Life.
Advanced Usage
- The name can be used metonymically to represent a legacy of early American theater and film.
- The event celebrated the enduring influence of Lionel Barrymore on character acting.
Variants and Related Words
- Barrymore: The shared family surname of a celebrated American acting dynasty, which also includes his siblings John Barrymore and Ethel Barrymore.
- The Barrymores: A collective term for the acting family.
Synonyms
- Actor
- Thespian
- Performer
Related Idioms and Phrases
- A Barrymore: Can be used informally to denote a member of the acting family or, by extension, a person with great theatrical talent or heritage.
- With that commanding voice, she's a real Barrymore.
Noun
- United States actor; son of Maurice Barrymore and Georgiana Barrymore (1878-1954)