dandyish

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to or characterized by the fashion and manners of a dandy.

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Rhymes

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candyish , handyish , landyish

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Variants

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dandies , dandy , dandyish , dandyishly

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Etymology

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Originally derived from 'dandie' or 'dan,' meaning 'gentleman' in Scotland, and later adopted by the French as 'dandysme' before spreading to England.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'dandy' originated in Scotland in the late 18th century.

2. The first recorded use of the term 'dandy' in English was in 1775.

3. Dandyism was popularized in England by Beau Brummell in the early 19th century.

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Related Concepts

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1. fop: A man who is excessively concerned with his appearance and manners, similar to a dandy but often portrayed as more foolish or vain.

2. dandiesim: A philosophical movement in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, characterized by a focus on aesthetics and sensibility.

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Culture

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In literature, the dandyish character often embodies wit, elegance, and nonchalance. In art, dandyish fashion has been popularized by artists such as Beau Brummell and Oscar Wilde.

How to Memorize "dandyish"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a well-dressed, elegant man with a nonchalant attitude.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'dandyish' with the image of a gentleman from a bygone era.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember 'Dandy' is 'Dapper And Never Dull'.

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