Woolf

/ˈwʊlf/ noun

Definition

Refers to Virginia Woolf, an influential modernist author, or used in literary contexts connected to her innovative writing style.

Etymology

A surname, from Old English 'wulf' meaning 'wolf.' Virginia Woolf (1882-1941) was born Adeline Virginia Stephen, taking her husband's surname. Her surname connects to the animal.

Kelly Says

Virginia Woolf invented the concept of 'stream of consciousness' writing—her novels literally show how the human mind actually works, jumping between thoughts and times, which was revolutionary.

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