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siddons

/ˈsɪd.ənz/

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noun

C1formalcommon/ˈsɪd.ənz/

uncountable · proper noun

A proper noun referring to a specific person, typically a surname of an English actress known for her Shakespearean performances in the late 18th and early 19th centuries.

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  1. Historical figure C1 formal british

    Sarah Siddons, a celebrated English actress of the 18th and early 19th centuries, renowned for her powerful portrayals of tragic Shakespearean heroines.

    • Siddons was famous for her role as Lady Macbeth.
    • The audience was captivated by Siddons' performance in 'The Tragedy of Macbeth'.
    • Many critics consider Siddons the greatest tragic actress of her era.

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