How to Pronounce "boswell"
word
ˈbɑzwɛɫ
BAHZ-wel
ˈbɒz.wɛl
BOZ-wel
Definition
'Boswell' refers to a devoted biographer, especially someone who records another person's life in great detail. The word comes from James Boswell, who wrote a famous biography of Samuel Johnson.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɑzwɛɫ
British English
ˈbɒz.wɛl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAHZ-wel
UK
BOZ-wel
Listen in Context
He became her Boswell, carefully recording her daily life.
Every famous person wishes for a Boswell to share their stories.
She acted as the team's Boswell, keeping notes about every game.
You need a real Boswell if you want your legacy remembered.