Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
erewhon
noun
/ˈɛrəˌwɒn/
Definition
A fictional country described in Samuel Butler’s 1872 novel of the same name, known for its utopian society and unique customs.
Examples
- Erewhon is often discussed in literary circles as a precursor to modern utopian literature.
- In Erewhon, the government discourages the use of machines, believing they would lead to moral decay.
Meaning
The name ‘Erewhon’ is an anagram of ‘nowhere’, symbolizing an imaginary place of ideal living.
Synonyms
- Utopia
- Paradise
- Ideal place
