Skip to content
vocaboo
Beta
Log in

maurice

Pronunciation: [mɔːˈrɪs]

Word

Context: “name”

(noun) Maurice is a common male given name. It is used to identify a person, just like how we use names to call our friends or family members.

Example

Maurice is a great friend who always helps me with my homework.

Example

I haven't met anyone named Maurice at the new school yet.

Example

Do you know anyone named Maurice?

Context: “literature”

(noun) Maurice is also the title of a famous novel by E.M. Forster. This book tells a story about love and friendship, especially among people who are different from others.

Example

I just finished reading Maurice, and it taught me a lot about accepting who we are.

Example

I didn't enjoy Maurice because I found it hard to relate to the characters.

Example

Have you read the book Maurice by E.M. Forster?

0s
0s