Browne (Noun)
Meaning 1
United States writer of humorous tales of an itinerant showman (1834-1867).
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- Artemus Ward, the pen name of Charles Farrar Browne, was a popular humorous writer in the United States during the mid-19th century.
- Charles Farrar Browne, or Artemus Ward, is best known for his book of humorous travels, which led to a successful career as a showman and public speaker.
- Artemus Ward, or Charles Farrar Browne, was a correspondent for the Cleveland Plain Dealer and his stories often featured comedic takes on everyday life.
- Browne's writing style, as Artemus Ward, was characterized by unconventional spelling, phrasing, and grammar, which added to the humor in his tales.
- Charles Farrar Browne became a household name under the pseudonym Artemus Ward, delighting audiences with his showman antics and itinerant stories.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
English illustrator of several of Dickens' novels (1815-1882).
Classification
Nouns denoting people.