This literary grand master influenced several generations.
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history
泰斗 is short for 泰山北斗—Mount Tai and the Big Dipper—two symbols of supreme greatness in Chinese culture. The term came to mean the highest authority in any field.
usage
泰斗 is highly respectful and usually refers to someone elderly with lifelong contributions. Common collocations: 学术泰斗 (academic authority), 文学泰斗 (literary master).
