David Crockett
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6.1
- proper noun
- /ˈdeɪvɪd ˈkrɒkɪt/
- David Crockett became a legendary figure in American folklore for his achievements on the frontier.
Examples
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Many history books recount the bravery of David Crockett during the Battle of the Alamo.
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The life of David Crockett has inspired numerous stories, songs, and movies in American culture.
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Many people admire David Crockett for his bravery.
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Did David Crockett really fight at the Alamo?
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David Crockett gained fame as a frontiersman and soldier, becoming a symbol of American courage.
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The exploits of David Crockett have been celebrated in various forms of American media.
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During his lifetime, David Crockett was known for his adventures and contributions to politics.
Synonyms
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7.4
An American pioneer, soldier, and politician famous as a hero who died at the Alamo
Surface Forms
Morphology
David + Crockett
This is a proper name referring to a specific historical person; the constituents 'David' and 'Crockett' are personal names without independent lexical meanings that would signal ‘American frontiersman’ or his biography. A B1 learner who knows the names as words would not be able to derive the referential or cultural information from the parts, so knowledge depends on prior exposure.
Etymology
David Crockett was a real American frontiersman who became famous for hunting, wearing a coonskin cap, and for dying while defending the Alamo. That's why his name now brings to mind a brave 'frontier hero' and is used to talk about bravery and independence.