Yehudi Menuhin
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- proper noun
- /jəˈhuːdi ˈmɛnʊɪn/
- Yehudi Menuhin is regarded as one of the greatest violinists of the 20th century.
Examples
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As a child, Yehudi Menuhin astonished audiences with his prodigious musical talent.
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The recordings of Yehudi Menuhin remain influential among violinists and classical music enthusiasts.
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Yehudi Menuhin collaborated with many of the world's leading orchestras during his long career.
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The legendary violinist Yehudi Menuhin performed at the Royal Albert Hall.
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Did you know Yehudi Menuhin was also a conductor?
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Many music lovers admire Yehudi Menuhin for his contributions to the art of violin playing.
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Yehudi Menuhin often advocated for music education and its importance in society.
Synonyms
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A British-American violin player and conductor famous for great skill in classical music
A British violin player famous for his great skill in classical music
Surface Forms
Morphology
Yehudi + Menuhin
This is a proper name referring to a specific individual; knowing the constituent items (an unfamiliar given name 'Yehudi' and the surname 'Menuhin') does not allow a learner to infer the biographical meaning 'celebrated violinist'. Proper nouns are referential rather than compositional, so the expression is opaque to a B1 learner without prior exposure.
Etymology
Yehudi Menuhin's first name, Yehudi, comes from a Hebrew word meaning 'Jew' and points to his Jewish family roots. He became a world-famous violinist and teacher, so the name now makes people think of great music and his work for others.