0
NL888 Posted 12 years ago
Grammar

What does "single-name elan" mean?

Context:
As capable as the group may be, none has that single-name elan of the character simply known as Bruce.
  

Top answer

It suggests that to be known by one name is exceptionally "cool". Bruce is just known as "Bruce". Mention "Bruce" and everyone knows who you mean.

  • It suggests that to be known by one name is exceptionally "cool".
  • Bruce is just known as "Bruce".
  • Mention "Bruce" and everyone knows who you mean.
  • None of the others in the group have this kind of "coolness".
Free · every Monday

Get the Weekly English Kit 📬

New words, one handy idiom, and a 2-minute quiz — delivered to your inbox to keep your streak alive.

1 Answers
0
It suggests that to be known by one name is exceptionally "cool". Bruce is just known as "Bruce". Mention "Bruce" and everyone knows who you mean. None of the others in the group have this kind of "coolness".

Related Questions