Sherlockian
Speech parts
1. Sherlockian - Noun
2. Sherlockian - Adjective
Meaning
Sherlockian (comparative more Sherlockian, superlative most Sherlockian)
Of or pertaining to Sherlock Holmes or his investigations, methods, or sayings.
Sherlockian (plural Sherlockians)
A Sherlock Holmes scholar or fan; one who studies and/or appreciates the works of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.
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Examples
It's also one of the advantages of choosing writers outside of the Sherlock community, as it were; they realize that not everyone speaks the "Sherlockian" language.
However, now that someone done the dastardly deed, would it kill Ethelred to take a little interest, show a little Sherlockian spirit for once?
I've written quite a number of short historical mysteries over the years, as well as several Sherlockian pastiches, but I found Dancing for the Hangman even more enjoyable to write.
Ronald Knox, about whom I posted the other day, was a keen Sherlockian, and an intellectual student of the genre.
These and other Sherlockian puzzles are sure to be embraced by contemporary fans of the Great Detective—in whatever guise Sherlock chooses to appear.