luther
word
Definition
Usually a proper name referring to Martin Luther, the German religious reformer, or used as a male given name. In most contexts, it appears in historical, religious, or personal-name references.
Usage & Nuances
This is mainly a proper noun, so it is normally capitalized as 'Luther'. Most often it refers specifically to Martin Luther; as a personal name, the meaning depends on the person. Learners should not treat it like a common vocabulary word with broad everyday use.
Example Sentences
If you're reading about church history, you'll probably come across Luther pretty quickly.
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We learned about Luther in history class.
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Luther wrote many religious texts.
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My teacher said Luther changed European history.
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I always mix up Luther and Calvin when we talk about the Reformation.
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That documentary on Luther was actually more interesting than I expected.
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