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faulkner

 

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Noun faulkner has 1 sense
  1. Faulkner, William Faulkner, William Cuthbert Faulkner, Falkner, William Falkner - United States novelist (originally Falkner) who wrote about people in the southern United States (1897-1962)
    --1 is a kind of novelist

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Faulkner

Noun (Person): A renowned American writer, William Faulkner, known for his novels and short stories set in the fictional Yoknapatawpha County.

Example Sentence: Many literary critics consider Faulkner as one of the greatest American writers of the 20th century.

Noun (Literature): A style of writing characterized by complex narrative structures, stream of consciousness, and exploration of the human condition, influenced by William Faulkner's works.

Example Sentence: The novel's faulknerian style captivated readers with its intricate storytelling and introspective characters.

Adjective: Referring to the writing style or themes resembling those found in the works of William Faulkner.

Example Sentence: The book's faulkneresque descriptions of the southern landscape created a vivid and immersive reading experience.

Alternative Sense (Place): A city in Mississippi, United States, where William Faulkner was born and spent a significant part of his life.

Example Sentence: Many literary enthusiasts visit Faulkner's hometown in search of inspiration for their own writing.

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