Elvis
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1.9
- proper noun
- /ˈɛlvɪs/
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Elvis Presley
- When I walked down the steps into that room, Elvis Presley was singing "Heartbreak Hotel."
- Elvis Presley
- Elvis's music
- Elvis style
He wants to give the awards to Elvis, Babe Ruth and Pavarotti.
- He wants to give the awards to Elvis, Babe Ruth and Pavarotti.
- And of course, give Elvis's story context as well.
- But was it a bit harsh that Elvis's fiance didn't get a cut?
- And it was Elvis Presley, Faith Hill or Britney Spears.
- Look at us, look at Elvis Presley behind me as well on the stocking.
- We can't guarantee Elvis's security overseas.
- They have this underdog shit where they, they see themselves as like Elvis Presley's little brother.
- And I would like to see the rather modest home where where Elvis Presley was born.
- Like can you talk crap about Elvis and then his, his estate kind of function?
- Sorry your grandparents didn't like Elvis either.
Examples
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After three years at the Lauderdale Courts, Elvis's father, Vernon, had saved enough to buy a 1941 Lincoln.
Fiction book (1996) -
When I hear the song 'Can't Help Falling in Love,' I think of Elvis Presley.
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However, the early strategy of "selling Elvis" was different from anything prior in the music industry.
Academic text (2005) -
The music was simply one of many venues through which "Elvis" the product was sold to the public.
Academic text (2005) -
No, I look like Elvis, Elvis Presley.
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I love the Lord, and I love the King, Elvis Presley.
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A television inside a store window reveals Elvis Presley as he performs "Hound Dog" on a stage.
Fiction book (1994) -
It was for Elvis, for the Beatles, for Mick Jagger, just to say, "This is your baby."
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Elvis Presley movies.
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And there's a great clip of Sinatra and Elvis Presley singing together.
Synonyms
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3.5
A famous American rock singer from the 1950s known for energetic shows and many hit songs
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1.1
An American singer and musician called the King of Rock and Roll and very famous for lively shows
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Etymology
Elvis likely comes from older names like Alvis, which means 'all-wise', or from an old word elf meaning 'magic being'. Because of the singer Elvis Presley, the name now usually brings to mind that famous musician.