David Copperfield

[ dey-vid kop-er-feeld ]

noun

1. a novel (1850) by Charles Dickens.

David Copperfield

1. (1849–1850) A novel by Charles Dickens , largely the story of Dickens's own life. David Copperfield is sent away to work at a very young age and grows to manhood over the course of the book. The account of David's grim boyhood was designed to expose the cruel conditions of child labor in Britain at the time.

Example Sentences

Dame Maggie won critical acclaim for her role as Betsey Trotwood in a BBC adaptation of David Copperfield at the turn of the century.

From BBC

The new century brought a Bafta and an Emmy nomination for role as Betsey Trotwood in the BBC production of David Copperfield.

From BBC

Is David Copperfield staring at me?

From Los Angeles Times

“Everyone that knows David Copperfield will tell you that these recent allegations from one newspaper are the exact opposite of who David is. In fact, David has a record of risking his career to help protect women from powerful predators,” the statement said.

From Los Angeles Times

Attorneys for famed illusionist David Copperfield have denied accusations made by 16 women in a new report alleging decades-spanning sexual misconduct and inappropriate behavior.

From Los Angeles Times