Definition

Proper noun: * Johann Strauss II: An Austrian composer of light music, particularly waltzes, polkas, and operettas. He is the son of composer Johann Strauss I and is internationally renowned, often referred to as "The Waltz King."

Usage Notes

• "Strauss the Younger" is a historical epithet used to distinguish the son, Johann Strauss II, from his father, "Strauss the Elder" (Johann Strauss I). In modern contexts, he is more commonly referred to by his full name, "Johann Strauss II," or simply as "Johann Strauss" when the context is clear.
• It functions as a singular proper noun referring to the specific individual.

Examples

Advanced Usage

• The epithet "the Younger" (and its counterpart "the Elder") follows a historical naming convention for distinguishing family members in the same field, similar to "Pliny the Younger" or "Dumas " (the son).

Variants and Related Words

• Johann Strauss II: The standard modern designation.
• The Waltz King: A popular nickname highlighting his fame and contribution to the waltz genre.
• Strauss, Johann (1825-1899): The formal bibliographic or encyclopedic entry format.
• Strauss the Elder (Johann Strauss I): His father and the contrasting figure for whom this epithet was created.

Synonyms

• Johann Strauss II
• The Waltz King

Related Phrases/Idioms

• The Strauss dynasty: Refers to the family of composers, including Johann Strauss I, Johann Strauss II, and his brothers Josef and Eduard.
• Viennese Waltz: The musical form with which he is most closely associated.

Noun

1. Austrian composer and son of Strauss the Elder; composed many famous waltzes and became known as the `waltz king' (1825-1899)