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saroyan

 

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Noun saroyan has 1 sense
  1. Saroyan, William Saroyan - United States writer of plays and short stories (1908-1981)
    --1 is a kind of writer, author

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Saroyan

Noun - Proper Name

Saroyan is a surname of Armenian origin, typically used as a last name. It is derived from the Armenian word "saroy" meaning "apricot orchard".

Example Sentence: The famous author and playwright William Saroyan was born in Fresno, California.

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Noun - Local Usage

In local slang, "saroyan" can refer to a quirky or eccentric person. It is often used in colloquial language.

Example Sentence: Watch out for that guy, he's a real saroyan - always telling strange stories and wearing mismatched socks.

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Adjective - Popular Usage

Saroyan as an adjective describes something reminiscent of or related to the works of William Saroyan - often characterized by warmth, optimism, and a celebration of human nature.

Example Sentence: Her writing style is heavily influenced by Saroyan, with its compassionate portrayal of ordinary people and their struggles.

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