marquand: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
Very LowFormal, Literary
Quick answer
What does “marquand” mean?
A proper noun, primarily used as a surname, with a specific connection to the American novelist John P. Marquand.
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Definition
Meaning and Definition
A proper noun, primarily used as a surname, with a specific connection to the American novelist John P. Marquand.
It can refer to the literary works and themes associated with John P. Marquand, or more rarely, to individuals bearing the surname.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant differences in usage. The referent (John P. Marquand) is American, so the term is likely more recognized in American literary contexts.
Connotations
In both, it primarily connotes early-to-mid 20th-century American literature, social satire, and novels of manners. In the UK, it may be known only in specialised academic or literary circles.
Frequency
Exceedingly rare in general discourse in both varieties. Slightly higher potential frequency in American academic literary discussion.
Grammar
How to Use “marquand” in a Sentence
[Proper Noun] (subject/object of discussion)the novels of [Proper Noun]Vocabulary
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Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Virtually never used.
Academic
Used in literary studies, American studies, or history courses focusing on 20th-century literature.
Everyday
Extremely unlikely to be encountered.
Technical
Not applicable.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “marquand”
Neutral
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “marquand”
- Attempting to use it as a common noun or adjective.
- Misspelling (e.g., Marquad, Marquend).
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No, it is a very low-frequency proper noun, primarily encountered in literary contexts.
No, it is exclusively a proper noun (surname). You cannot have a 'Marquand style' in standard usage; you would say 'in the style of Marquand'.
In discussions of 20th-century American literature, particularly novels dealing with social class and satire.
In British English, it's /ˈmɑː.kwənd/ (MAR-kwuhnd). In American English, it's /ˈmɑːr.kwɑːnd/ (MAR-kwahnd).
A proper noun, primarily used as a surname, with a specific connection to the American novelist John P. Marquand.
Marquand is usually formal, literary in register.
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think: MARQuand wrote about the American ARistocracy.
Conceptual Metaphor
N/A (Proper noun)
Practice
Quiz
What is 'Marquand' primarily known as?