teasdale
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Definition
Proper noun * Sara Teasdale: A specific person, an American poet who lived from 1884 to 1933. The word refers to the poet herself, her identity, and her body of work.
Usage
- The word Teasdale is used as a proper noun to identify the poet. It is most commonly encountered in literary, biographical, or historical contexts.
- It functions as a name and is always capitalized.
Examples
- In a literary discussion: "The lyrical simplicity of Teasdale's poetry was widely admired in the early 20th century."
- In a biographical statement: "Teasdale won the first Pulitzer Prize for Poetry in 1918 for her collection ."
- Referencing her work: "This anthology includes several poems by Teasdale."
Advanced Usage
- The name can be used attributively to describe things related to her.
- Example: "The scholar gave a lecture on Teasdale influences." (Meaning: influences on Teasdale)
- Example: "They studied the Teasdale manuscripts at the library." (Meaning: manuscripts written by Teasdale)
Variants and Related Words
- Sara Teasdale: The full name of the poet.
- Teasdalean (adj): A rarely used adjective meaning characteristic of or relating to the poetry or style of Sara Teasdale.
Synonyms
- Sara Teasdale (full name is the direct synonym)
- The poet Teasdale
Notes on Meaning
This word has only one specific meaning: it is the surname of the American poet Sara Teasdale. It does not function as a common noun and has no other definitions (e.g., it is not a place, a common object, or a concept). Its usage is exclusively referential to the individual.
Noun
- United States poet (1884-1933)