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bilbo

/ˈbɪlbəʊ/

Meanings
  • proper noun

    A character from J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth legendarium. He is a hobbit of the Shire who embarks on an adventure to reclaim the Lonely Mountain from the dragon Smaug.

    - "Bilbo was a hobbit from the Shire."
    - "The famous adventure of Bilbo Baggins is told in 'The Hobbit'."

Rhymes
Words rhyming with bilbo
billo , millo , mello , yello
Variants
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bilbo , bilboa , bilboas , bilboes , bilbos , bilbao glass
Etymology
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Bilbo is a proper noun of Old English origin, derived from 'bilg' meaning 'plump' or 'pot-bellied'.


Trivia
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  1. Bilbo was the first hobbit to travel beyond the Shire.

  2. Bilbo was awarded the Star of the Rebellion for his role in the War of the Ring.

  3. Bilbo was played by Ian Holm in the 1977 radio adaptation of 'The Hobbit' and by Martin Freeman in the 2012 film adaptation.


Related Concepts
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  1. hobbits: A race of short, stout-bodied beings in J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth legendarium, similar to humans but with certain distinct physical and cultural differences.

  2. The Hobbit: A novel by J.R.R. Tolkien, published in 1937, that tells the story of Bilbo Baggins and his adventure to reclaim the Lonely Mountain.


Culture
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Bilbo is a beloved character in literature and popular culture. He is known for his courage, resourcefulness, and love for adventure. The story of Bilbo's journey to reclaim the Lonely Mountain has been adapted into films, stage productions, and other forms of media.

How to Memorize "bilbo"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a small, round creature with a potbelly and a cozy home in the Shire. Picture Bilbo wearing a green jacket and a pointed hat.

  2. associate

    - Associate Bilbo with hobbits, adventures, and the Lonely Mountain. Remember that he is a beloved character in literature and popular culture.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the acronym BILBO: 'B' for Bilbo, 'I' for Imagination, 'L' for Love, and 'B' for Bravery.


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