"Brechtian" meaning in All languages combined

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Adjective [English]

Forms: more Brechtian [comparative], most Brechtian [superlative]
Etymology: From Brecht + -ian. Etymology templates: {{af|en|Brecht|-ian}} Brecht + -ian Head templates: {{en-adj}} Brechtian (comparative more Brechtian, superlative most Brechtian)
  1. Of or pertaining to Bertolt Brecht (1898–1956), German poet and playwright, or his works. Translations (of or pertaining to Bertolt Brecht or his works): brechtien (French), brechtiano (Italian), brechtiano (Spanish)
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