Émile Littré

Émile Littré (1801–1881) was a French philosopher, philologist, and lexicographer best known for creating the most comprehensive French dictionary of the 19th century, titled "Dictionnaire de la langue française." His work aimed to document the evolving usage and history of French words, blending etymology, history, and literature. Littré was also a committed liberal thinker and supporter of scientific and philosophical progress. His contributions significantly shaped modern French linguistics and lexicography, and his dictionary remains a highly respected resource for understanding the richness of the French language.