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ro·co·co
 rococo
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- pronunciation:
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- parts of speech:
- noun, adjective
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, adjective)
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noun |
| definition 1: |
a style of art, architecture, and decoration originating in France in the eighteenth century and marked by the use of intricate details, abundant ornamentation, and curving, asymmetric forms.
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| definition 2: |
a style of music of the same period, also marked by elaborate ornamentation.
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| related words: |
baroque |
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| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
of, pertaining to, or resembling the rococo in art, architecture, or music.
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| definition 2: |
ornate or florid.
- similar words:
- busy, florid, overwrought
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| related words: |
baroque, elaborate, flamboyant, luxuriant, ornate |
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