Definition: Meaning of, Johnson, Samuel in English to English dictionary.
Pronunciation:/ ˈdʒɒns(ə)n /
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(1709-84), known as Dr Johnson, a British CRITIC and dictionary writer, famous for his Dictionary of the English Language (1755). He was well-known in London society in the 18th century, and considered to be an excellent CONVERSATIONALIST (= his conversation was intelligent, amusing, and interesting) .