Definition of Bowdler

1. Noun. English editor who in 1818 published an expurgated edition of the works of Shakespeare (1754-1825).

Exact synonyms: Thomas Bowdler
Generic synonyms: Editor, Editor In Chief
Derivative terms: Bowdlerise

Lexicographical Neighbors of Bowdler

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