"Karloffian" meaning in All languages combined

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Adjective [English]

Forms: more Karloffian [comparative], most Karloffian [superlative]
Etymology: From Karloff + -ian. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|Karloff|ian}} Karloff + -ian Head templates: {{en-adj}} Karloffian (comparative more Karloffian, superlative most Karloffian)
  1. Of or relating to Boris Karloff (William Henry Pratt; 1887–1969), English actor known for his portrayal of Frankenstein's monster and for other horror roles.
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