Definition

Proper noun A British historian, born in 1829 and died in 1902, who is primarily remembered for his detailed, multi-volume historical work on England.

Usage

This term is used exclusively as a proper noun to refer to the specific historical figure. * Modern historians still consult Samuel Rawson Gardiner for his meticulous account of the 17th century. * The biography of Samuel Rawson Gardiner details his academic career.

Advanced Usage

• The name can be used metonymically to refer to his body of work or his particular historiographical approach.
  • Her analysis follows Samuel Rawson Gardiner in its emphasis on constitutional documents.

Variants and Related Words

• Gardinerian (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of Samuel Rawson Gardiner or his historical methods.
  • The scholar took a Gardinerian approach to the primary sources.

Synonyms

• Historian
• Scholar

Note: As a proper noun referring to a unique individual, there are no true synonyms. The terms above describe his profession.

Noun

1. British historian remembered for his ten-volume history of England (1829-1902)