Alan Seeger

noun

Meaning

A given name and surname combination identifying a specific American poet known for his work during World War I.

Examples

The literature professor assigned a poem by Alan Seeger to illustrate the romanticized view of combat.
Students often compare the works of Alan Seeger with those of other war poets like Rupert Brooke.

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Alan Seeger

noun

Pronunciation: ˈeɪlən ˈsiːɡər

Definition

A given name and surname combination identifying a specific American poet known for his work during World War I.

Examples

The literature professor assigned a poem by Alan Seeger to illustrate the romanticized view of combat.
Students often compare the works of Alan Seeger with those of other war poets like Rupert Brooke.
The anthology included a brief biography of Alan Seeger alongside his most famous verses.

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