Beethoven

n.	1.	Ludwig van Beethoven, a renowned German composer, born 1770, died 1827.
	2.	the music of Beethoven.

Noun	1.	Beethoven - German composer of instrumental music (especially symphonic and chamber music); continued to compose after he lost his hearing (1770-1827) Synonyms: Ludwig van Beethoven, van Beethoven
	2.	Beethoven - the music of Beethoven; "he enjoyed Beethoven most of all"

composer, Ludwig van Beethoven, van Beethoven