Dwight Bolinger
American linguist (1907–1992)
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Summary
Dwight Bolinger was born on August 18, 1907[1], in Topeka[2]. He died on February 23, 1992[3], in Palo Alto[4]. He worked as a linguist[5] and university teacher[6]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (74 views/month, #7,295 of 1,000,298).[7]
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: United States[8]
- Position held: president of the Linguistic Society of America[9]
- Employer: Harvard University[10]
- Award received: Guggenheim Fellowship[11], Orwell Award[12], Fellow of the British Academy[13]
- Member of: British Academy[14], American Academy of Arts and Sciences[15]
- Sex or gender: male[16]
- Family name: Bolinger[17]
- Given name: Dwight[18]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[19]
- P14541: 3n19tS[20]
Why It Matters
Dwight Bolinger has Wikipedia articles in 5 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[21] He is known by 15 alternative names across languages and contexts.[22]
FAQs
Where was Dwight Bolinger born?
Dwight Bolinger was born in Topeka[2].
Where did Dwight Bolinger die?
Dwight Bolinger passed away in Palo Alto[4].
What did Dwight Bolinger do for work?
Dwight Bolinger worked as a linguist[5] and university teacher[6].
What awards did Dwight Bolinger receive?
Honors received include Guggenheim Fellowship[11], Orwell Award[12], and Fellow of the British Academy[13].