Man of letters meaning
What does the saying 'Man of letters' mean?
Idiom: Man of letters
Meaning:
A man of letters is someone who is an expert in the arts and literature, and often a writer too.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Men & women |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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