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Malvolio Olivia’s grave, self-important steward; “an affectioned ass.” [Br. Lit.: Twelfth Night] See : Conceit Malvolio pompous, conceited steward who aspires to his mistress’s love. [Br. Drama: Shakespeare Twelfth Night] See : Pomposity How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The position of steward (manager of the estate) which Malvolio holds with Olivia was one of dignity and importance, though the steward was nevertheless only the chief servant. He smiled on me in quite a superior sort of way, such a smile as would have become the face of Malvolio, as he answered me, "The fly, my dear sir, has one striking feature. The second Melik-meid's mate was Malvolio, the pied hound," said the Inspector. |
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