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Noun washington irving has 1 sense
  1. Irving, Washington Irving - United States writer remembered for his stories (1783-1859)
    --1 is a kind of writer, author

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Washington Irving

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Washington Irving was an American author, essayist, biographer, and historian. He is best known for his short stories, including "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" and "Rip Van Winkle". Irving played a significant role in the development of short stories in American literature.

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Sense 1 - Noun (Person)

1. Washington Irving was a prominent figure in American literature during the 19th century.

2. The works of Washington Irving continue to captivate readers even today.

Sense 2 - Noun (Geographical Location)

1. Washington Irving spent some time in the Hudson Valley, which inspired many of his stories.

2. Exploring the natural beauty of the Catskill Mountains, Washington Irving found inspiration for his writings.

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