robert herrick

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robert herrick

A student reads a poem by Robert Herrick in a literature class.

Definition

Proper noun * Robert Herrick: An English lyric poet of the 17th century, known for his carpe diem themes, pastoral imagery, and the collection Hesperides.

Usage
  • The name "Robert Herrick" is used to refer to the historical poet and his body of work.
  • It functions as a singular proper noun.
Examples
  • Robert Herrick is a major figure in Cavalier poetry.
  • The poem "To the Virgins, to Make Much of Time" is by Robert Herrick.
  • Scholars study the works of Robert Herrick to understand 17th-century lyric poetry.
Advanced Usage
  • Herrickian (adjective): Characteristic of or resembling the style or themes of Robert Herrick.
    • The poet's use of rural motifs was distinctly Herrickian.
Variants and Related Words
  • Herrick: A common shortened reference to the poet.
    • The anthology includes several poems by Herrick.
Synonyms
  • Poet, lyricist, bard (these are general terms; "Robert Herrick" is the specific referent).
Different Meanings
  • As a proper noun, "Robert Herrick" refers uniquely to this individual. It does not have other dictionary definitions.
Idioms/Phrases
  • There are no common idioms or phrasal verbs derived from the proper name "Robert Herrick."
robert herrick

A student reads a poem by Robert Herrick in a literature class.

Noun
  1. English lyric poet (1591-1674)

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