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nabokov

/ˈnæb.ə.kɒf/

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noun

/ˈnæb.ə.kɒf/C1formal
  • ruИмя собственное, относящееся к конкретному человеку, обычно фамилия личности, известной своим вкладом в литературу.

A proper noun referring to a specific person, typically a surname of an individual known for their contributions to literature.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. Russian-American writerB2formal

    Vladimir Nabokov was a Russian-born American novelist, poet, and lepidopterist, best known for his novel Lolita.

    ruРусско-американский писатель

    • Nabokov's writing style is known for its intricate wordplay and complex structure.
    • He taught literature at Cornell University before achieving fame as a novelist.
    • His novel 'Pale Fire' is considered a masterpiece of postmodern literature.
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