man of letters; man of taste; art connoisseur
Rare, literary term for a cultured, refined person with deep appreciation for the arts and literature. Not used in everyday conversation.
He was known as one of the greatest men of letters of his time.
Rare, literary alternate name for the narcissus flower (水仙). Primarily encountered in classical or poetic contexts.
See also: スイセン
In old waka poetry, narcissus is sometimes referred to as 雅客.
Compound of 雅 (elegance, refinement) and 客 (guest, person). The derivation of the 'narcissus' sense is uncertain; it may be a poetic appellation.