Bard of Avon

noun

1. William Shakespeare: so called from his birthplace, Stratford-on-Avon.

Bard of Avon

1. A title given to William Shakespeare, who was born and buried in Stratford-upon-Avon, England. A bard is a poet.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Bard of Avon¹

First recorded in 1880–1885

Example Sentences

He’s been in Shakespearean villain territory many times, but this most recent selfish and heartless move puts him up there with the vilest villains the Bard of Avon ever created.

From Salon

Until Ms. Duncan-Jones published “Ungentle Shakespeare” in 2001, the Bard of Avon had enjoyed an unblemished image as likable, generous and even, thanks to the 1998 film “Shakespeare in Love,” smolderingly sexual.

From New York Times

And if “Station Eleven” relies a little much on coincidence, the Bard of Avon was no stranger to that stratagem.

From Los Angeles Times

This charming spoof purports to be a long-lost work for younger readers by the Bard of Avon himself.

From New York Times

Nor do you go after the private life of the Bard of Avon with a casual regard for English prose.

From New York Times