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Masefield

[ meys-feeld, meyz- ]

noun

  1. John, 1878–1967, English poet: poet laureate 1930–67.


Masefield

/ ˈmeɪsˌfiːld /

noun

  1. MasefieldJohn18781967MEnglishWRITING: poetWRITING: novelistWRITING: criticWRITING: poet laureate John. 1878–1967, English poet, novelist, and critic; poet laureate (1930–67)
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012


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Example Sentences

John Masefield, of England, one of the most conspicuous writers of our time, voices the protest strongly.

The influence of Masefield is strong upon him, and some of his verses are plainly derivative.

Mr Masefield's love of the sea is to a still greater extent dominated by tragic shadows.

In other words, "the days that make us happy make us wise," he said to himself, quoting Masefield's line.

Mr. John Masefield wrote many novels and plays in which he showed singular fineness of feeling and beauty of style.

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