Associations to the word «Joyce»

Wiktionary

JOYCE, proper noun. An English and Irish patronymic surname​.
JOYCE, proper noun. A female given name, associated by folk etymology with joy and rejoice.

Dictionary definition

JOYCE, noun. Influential Irish writer noted for his many innovations (such as stream of consciousness writing) (1882-1941).

Wise words

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