"Seussian" meaning in English

See Seussian in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Adjective

Forms: more Seussian [comparative], most Seussian [superlative]
Etymology: Seuss + -ian Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|Seuss|ian}} Seuss + -ian Head templates: {{en-adj}} Seussian (comparative more Seussian, superlative most Seussian)
  1. Of or relating to Theodor Seuss Geisel, "Dr. Seuss" (1904–1991), American writer and cartoonist best known for his imaginative children's books, often written in rhyme.

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