Uncle Remus
[ ree-muhs ]
noun
an African American character in several books by Joel Chandler Harris who narrates animal tales to the young son of a plantation owner.
Origin of Uncle Remus
1First recorded in 1880–85
Words Nearby Uncle Remus
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How to use Uncle Remus in a sentence
"But dat aint needer yer ner dar," said Uncle Remus, renewing his attack upon the little boy.
Nights With Uncle Remus | Joel Chandler HarrisThis was a good many years before a genius arose who in "Uncle Remus" made the stories immortal.
Theodore Roosevelt | Theodore RooseveltIt occurred to the future "Uncle Remus," then twelve years old, that this might open a way for him.
Literary Hearthstones of Dixie | La Salle Corbell PickettHappily, there lived in Savannah the charming young lady who was to be the loving centre of the pleasant home of "Uncle Remus."
Literary Hearthstones of Dixie | La Salle Corbell PickettYou are doubtless acquainted with his charming Uncle Remus stories.
Story Hour Readings: Seventh Year | E.C. Hartwell
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