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Brummell
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Brum·mell  (brml), George Bryan Known as "Beau Brummell." 1778-1840.
British dandy who popularized new men's fashions, including simply cut clothing, trousers rather than breeches, and elaborate neckwear. An inveterate gambler, he died in poverty in an insane asylum in France.
Brummell [ˈbrʌməl]
n
(Biographies / Brummell, George Bryan (1778-1840) M, English, MISC: dandy) George Bryan, called Beau Brummell. 1778-1840, English dandy: leader of fashion in the Regency period
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Noun1.Brummell - English dandy who was a fashion leader during the Regency (1778-1840)
Beau Brummell, George Bryan Brummell


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