fine writer; master of prose
Refers to a person known for writing excellent prose, essays, or literary works. Often used in literary or critical contexts.
He is known as one of the finest writers of our time.
Compound of 名 (mei, 'famous, excellent') + 文 (bun, 'writing, prose') + 家 (ka, 'person, expert'). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the word follows a common pattern for describing a specialist in a field.