"Nabokovian" meaning in English

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Adjective

Forms: more Nabokovian [comparative], most Nabokovian [superlative]
Etymology: Nabokov + -ian Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|Nabokov|ian}} Nabokov + -ian Head templates: {{en-adj}} Nabokovian (comparative more Nabokovian, superlative most Nabokovian)
  1. Of or pertaining to Vladimir Nabokov (1899-1977) or his writings, characterised by a lush descriptive style and intricate wordplay. Related terms: Nabokovesque Translations (relating to Vladimir Nabokov): nabokovien (French)

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