toklas: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
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What does “toklas” mean?
A surname, most famously associated with Alice B. Toklas, an American-born member of the Parisian avant-garde in the early 20th century.
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Meaning and Definition
A surname, most famously associated with Alice B. Toklas, an American-born member of the Parisian avant-garde in the early 20th century.
Often refers to cultural artifacts linked to Alice B. Toklas, such as 'Alice B. Toklas brownies', which are notable for containing cannabis.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
Usage is similar in both varieties, primarily in literary and historical contexts, with no significant dialectal variations.
Connotations
Associated with avant-garde art, literature, and cannabis culture in both British and American English.
Frequency
Slightly more recognized in American English due to the popularity of 'Alice B. Toklas brownies' in cultural references.
Grammar
How to Use “toklas” in a Sentence
Used as a proper noun in possessive or appositive constructions, e.g., 'Toklas's memoirs', 'Alice B. Toklas'.Vocabulary
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Meaning in Context
Business
Rarely used; may appear in publishing, cultural industries, or cannabis-related businesses.
Academic
Used in literary studies, history, cultural studies, and art history contexts.
Everyday
Occasionally referenced in discussions about cannabis, cooking, or historical figures.
Technical
Not applicable in technical fields; no specialized usage.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “toklas”
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Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “toklas”
- Misspelling as 'Tocklas' or 'Toclas'
- Mispronunciation with a short vowel sound, e.g., /ˈtɒkləs/.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Alice B. Toklas was an American-born member of the Parisian avant-garde, best known as the lifelong companion of writer Gertrude Stein.
They are brownies that contain cannabis, based on a recipe from Alice B. Toklas's cookbook, and have become a cultural symbol associated with 1960s counterculture.
In British English, it is pronounced /ˈtəʊkləs/, and in American English, /ˈtoʊkləs/, with a long 'o' sound.
No, Toklas is a proper noun used rarely, primarily in historical, literary, or cultural discussions, and is not part of standard vocabulary.
A surname, most famously associated with Alice B. Toklas, an American-born member of the Parisian avant-garde in the early 20th century.
Toklas is usually formal/literary in register.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “Alice B. Toklas brownies”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think of 'Tok' as in 'talk' (about art) and 'las' as in 'lass' (a woman), linking to Alice B. Toklas's role in Parisian art circles.
Conceptual Metaphor
A symbol of bohemian creativity, nonconformity, and the blending of art with everyday life.
Practice
Quiz
What is Alice B. Toklas most famously associated with?