shirley temple
Definition
Proper noun 1. Shirley Temple: An American actress, singer, dancer, and diplomat who was an internationally famous child star in the 1930s. 2. Shirley Temple: The name of the individual (born 1928) who held this celebrity status.
Usage
- The film featured a young Shirley Temple singing and dancing.
- Shirley Temple became a symbol of hope and cheer during the Great Depression.
Advanced Usage
- The term can be used metonymically to refer to the archetype of a wholesome, talented child performer.
- Every generation seems to have its own Shirley Temple.
Variants and Related Words
- Shirley Temple cocktail (noun): A popular non-alcoholic drink named after the actress, typically made with ginger ale, grenadine, and a maraschino cherry.
- The children all ordered Shirley Temples.
Synonyms
- Child star
- Prodigy (in the context of performance)
Notes
This is primarily a proper noun referring to a specific historical figure. Its use is almost exclusively literal, referring to the person herself or things directly named for her (e.g., the drink).
Noun
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popular child actress of the 1930's (born in 1928)
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