shankar
Definition
Proper noun A renowned Indian musician and composer, specifically Ravi Shankar, who was a virtuoso sitar player and a key figure in introducing and popularizing Indian classical music globally, particularly in the West during the 20th century.
Usage
The word "Shankar" is used almost exclusively as a proper noun to refer to the individual musician Ravi Shankar. It is not used as a common noun.
Examples - The concert featured a performance by Shankar. - Shankar's collaboration with George Harrison had a significant impact on Western music. - She studied the sitar in the style of Shankar.
Advanced Usage
- As a defining figure: The name can be used metonymically to represent the genre or style of music he championed.
- His music is deeply influenced by Shankar. (Meaning influenced by the style of Ravi Shankar or Indian classical music as popularized by him.)
Variants and Related Words
- Shankar-esque (adj): Resembling or characteristic of the music or style of Ravi Shankar.
- The piece had a Shankar-esque raga structure.
Synonyms
- Ravi Shankar: The full name.
- Pandit Ravi Shankar: Using the honorific title "Pandit."
Notes
- The provided reference definition specifies "born in 1920." Ravi Shankar was born on April 7, 1920, and died on December 11, 2012. When using the name, this historical context is often implied.
- It is important to distinguish this proper noun from the common Indian name "Shankar," which is a given name and surname derived from the god Shiva (whose epithet is Shankara). In most contemporary English contexts, "Shankar" alone refers to the musician.
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Indian sitar player who popularized classical Indian music in the West (born in 1920)
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