tolkien
Definition
Proper noun * J.R.R. Tolkien: A British author, poet, and philologist, best known for his high fantasy works The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. He was a professor at the University of Oxford and is considered a major figure in 20th-century literature.
Usage
The word "Tolkien" is used almost exclusively as a proper noun to refer to the person, J.R.R. Tolkien. * Tolkien created an entire mythology for his fictional world of Middle-earth. * Many modern fantasy authors cite Tolkien as their primary influence. * The Tolkien Society is dedicated to promoting the study and appreciation of his works.
Advanced Usage
- Tolkienesque (adjective): Used to describe something that has the qualities or style characteristic of J.R.R. Tolkien's writings, especially involving detailed, ancient-feeling fantasy worlds, languages, and epic themes.
- The novel's intricate maps and invented languages gave it a distinctly Tolkienesque feel.
Variants and Related Words
- Tolkienian (adjective): A less common variant synonymous with "Tolkienesque," relating to or characteristic of Tolkien or his works.
Synonyms
- J.R.R. Tolkien
- John Ronald Reuel Tolkien (full name)
Related Phrases and Concepts
- Middle-earth: The fictional continent where much of Tolkien's legendarium is set.
- The Legendarium: A term often used by scholars and fans to refer to the entire body of Tolkien's interconnected mythic writings about his fictional world.
Noun
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British philologist and writer of fantasies (born in South Africa) (1892-1973)
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