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Whitman

Verb / ˈwɪtmʌn / / ˈhwɪtmʌn / Another word for whitman — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Whitman is a surname of English origin. It is also the name of a famous American poet, Walt Whitman, who was born in 1819 and died in 1892.

Synonyms & similar words

waltwhitman marcuswhitman whitman Whitmore Whitaker White Whitcomb Whitney Whitby Whitley Whitfield Whitledge Whitlock Whitlow Whitsett Whitsitt Whitson Whittaker Whitten Whittier Whittle Whitworth Witman

Common collocations

  • Walt Whitman
  • Whitmanesque style
  • Whitman's poetry
  • Whitman's influence
  • Whitman's America
  • Whitman's legacy

Word family

noun Whitman

Usage note

Whitman is primarily used as a proper noun, referring to the American poet Walt Whitman. It is not typically used as a common noun or in other word forms.

Example sentences

  1. Whitman is a popular surname in many English-speaking countries.
  2. Walt Whitman is known for his poetry about American democracy and individualism.
  3. Whitman College is a private liberal arts college in Walla Walla, Washington.
  4. Whitman was a carpenter, journalist, and teacher before becoming a full-time writer.
  5. The Whitman Massacre was a tragic event in the history of the American West.

Quotes

  • 'Re-examine all that you have been told... dismiss that which insults your soul.' - Walt Whitman
  • 'I am large, I contain multitudes.' - Walt Whitman
  • 'Keep your face always toward the sunshine - and shadows will fall behind you.' - Walt Whitman

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