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Merriman: character portrait from The Importance of Being Earnest (Oscar Wilde)

A character in The Importance of Being Earnest

Merriman

The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde

The butler at Jack's country Manor House, who announces guests and manages the household, appearing chiefly to move the plot's comings and goings along.

Also known as: Butler

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Merriman is the butler at Jack’s country manor, responsible for keeping the household in order. He announces visitors, attends to the family’s needs, and manages the comings and goings that shape the household’s early activity.

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