[ˈɔːstən]

Definitions

1. noun

A female given name of English origin, derived from the Old English words for ‘east-facing’ or ‘east wind’.

“Jane Austen is a celebrated English novelist.”

2. proper noun

A reference to the English novelist Jane Austen (1775-1817), known for her works such as ‘Pride and Prejudice’ and ‘Sense and Sensibility’.

“The film adaptation of Austen’s novel ‘Emma’ won several awards.”