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marx

/mɑːrks/

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noun

/mɑːrks/B2formal
  • ruИмя собственное, обозначающее фамилию, наиболее известную в связи с Карлом Марксом, основателем современного коммунизма, а также с братьями Маркс, семьёй американских комиков.

A proper noun referring to a surname, most notably associated with Karl Marx, the founder of modern communism, as well as the Marx Brothers, a family of American comedians.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. Founder of modern communismC1formalpolitical

    Karl Marx, a 19th-century German philosopher and economist who co-wrote The Communist Manifesto and Das Kapital, laying the foundation for communist theory.

    ruОснователь современного коммунизма

    • The professor discussed Marx's critique of capitalism in class.
    • Many political movements in the 20th century were influenced by Marx.
    • Reading Marx requires understanding 19th-century European history.
  2. Comedian and actor (Chico Marx)C1formalart

    Leonard Marx, known as Chico Marx, was one of the famous Marx Brothers comedy team, known for his piano playing and Italian accent persona.

    ruКомик и актёр (Чико Маркс)

    • Chico Marx's piano solos were a highlight of the brothers' films.
    • Fans of classic comedy still celebrate Chico Marx's quick wit.
    • The Marx Brothers movies often featured Chico's improvised dialogues.

    Synonymschico

  3. Comedian and actor (Harpo Marx)C1formalart

    Arthur Marx, known as Harpo Marx, was a silent comic of the Marx Brothers, famous for his horn playing, chasing blondes, and never speaking.

    ruКомедиант и актёр (Харпо Маркс)

    • Harpo Marx used expressive pantomime instead of dialogue.
    • In many films, Harpo's character caused chaos with a honking horn.
    • Harpo Marx's surreal humor influenced later comedians.

    Synonymsharpo

  4. Comedian and actor (Groucho Marx)C1formalart

    Julius Marx, known as Groucho Marx, was the wisecracking, cigar-smoking frontman of the Marx Brothers, known for his rapid-fire puns and sarcasm.

    ruГраучо Маркс

    • Groucho Marx's one-liners are still quoted today.
    • The Groucho glasses and fake nose remain a comedy icon.
    • Groucho Marx hosted the game show 'You Bet Your Life'.
  5. Comedian and actor (Zeppo Marx)C1formalart

    Herbert Marx, known as Zeppo Marx, was the youngest Marx Brother, often playing the romantic straight man in their films before leaving the act.

    ruКомик и актёр (Зеппо Маркс)

    • Zeppo Marx typically portrayed the love interest in early films.
    • After leaving the group, Zeppo ran a successful theatrical agency.
    • Zeppo's role balanced the zaniness of his brothers.
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