Byron (en. Byron)

[baɪərən]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
A first name or surname of Anglo-Saxon origin.
Byron is a rare male first name in France.
Byron est un prénom masculin peu courant en France.
Often refers to Lord Byron, a 19th-century poet.
The works of Byron are studied in many literature courses.
Les œuvres de Byron sont étudiées dans de nombreux cours de littérature.
A type of artistic or literary style inspired by the life of Lord Byron.
His writing style is often considered 'Byronic'.
Son style d'écriture est souvent considéré comme 'byronien'.

Etymology

The word 'Byron' comes from Old English, meaning 'goat farm' (býr).

Common Phrases and Expressions

the verses of Byron
Referring to the poems written by Lord Byron.
les vers de Byron
the Byron spirit
A spirit that evokes romanticism and extreme passions.
l'esprit byronien

Related Words

romanticism
An artistic movement that values emotion and nature.
romantisme
poetry
The art of literary composition in verse.
poésie
lyricism
Poetic or musical quality of expression.
lyrisme

Slang Meanings

To have a romantic or melancholic behavior.
He always acts like a true byron when he talks about love.
Il se comporte toujours comme un vrai byron quand il parle d'amour.
To be passionate about art or literature.
She is so byron that she can’t help but quote poets.
Elle est tellement byron qu'elle ne peut s'empêcher de citer des poètes.