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Noun kleist has 1 sense
  1. Kleist, Heinrich von Kleist, Bernd Heinrich Wilhelm von Kleist - German dramatist whose works concern people torn between reason and emotion (1777-1811)
    --1 is a kind of dramatist, playwright

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Kleist

Kleist is a German surname and a literary term that refers to the renowned German writer, playwright, and poet Heinrich von Kleist. It can also refer to works written by him or pertaining to his style.

Noun

1. Heinrich von Kleist - a prominent German writer and playwright from the 18th century.

Sample sentence: "Heinrich von Kleist's works, such as 'The Marquise of O', are hailed as masterpieces of German literature."

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Noun

2. Kleistian - a follower of Heinrich von Kleist's literary style, characterized by its introspective and philosophical nature.

Sample sentence: "The novel's protagonist, a Kleistian poet, grapples with existential questions throughout the book."

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Adjective

1. Related to Heinrich von Kleist or his works.

Sample sentence: "The play's plot bears a striking resemblance to Kleistian dramas, with its themes of fate and moral ambiguity."

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Adjective

2. Referring to the locality of Kleist.

Sample sentence: "The local festival showcased the region's unique Kleist traditions and costumes."

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