"Vernesque" meaning in All languages combined

See Vernesque on Wiktionary

Adjective [English]

Forms: more Vernesque [comparative], most Vernesque [superlative]
Etymology: From Verne + -esque. Etymology templates: {{affix|en|Verne|-esque}} Verne + -esque Head templates: {{en-adj}} Vernesque (comparative more Vernesque, superlative most Vernesque)
  1. Reminiscent of French novelist Jules Verne (1828–1905) or his works. Synonyms: Jules Vernesque Related terms: Vernean
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