Definitions

1. noun

A person bearing the surname Macaulay, especially a Scottish family of lawyers and politicians.

“The Macaulay family was instrumental in shaping the UK’s legal system.”

2. verb

To describe or represent something in an idealized or unrealistic way.

“The film’s special effects were accused of macaulaying the historical events.”

3. verb

To make or represent something in a manner that is overly idealized or romanticized.

“The novel was criticized for its romanticized portrayal of the colonial era, which was accused of macaulaying the harsh realities.”