man of parts en · NOUN
Pronunciation
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Etymology
The phrase saw much use in the 17th and 18th centuries in Europe, especially in England.
Meanings
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(idiomatic) A man who is talented in multiple areas of life.
He was a fellow of parts, quick, humorous, a clever painter, and with an eye for certain poetical effects of sea and ships.
1881, R.L. Stevenson, Virginibus Puerisque:To give an accurate description of what has never occurred is not merely the proper occupation of the historian, but the inalienable privilege of any man of parts and culture.
1891, Oscar Wilde, The Critic as Artist:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| men of parts | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Translations (1)
es hombre de prendas (Translations)