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Meaning of 'arabesque' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Arabesque [ a.]
- Arabian.
- Relating to, or exhibiting, the style of ornament called arabesque; as, arabesque frescoes.
2 . Arabesque [ n.]
- A style of ornamentation either painted, inlaid, or carved in low relief. It consists of a pattern in which plants, fruits, foliage, etc., as well as figures of men and animals, real or imaginary, are fantastically interlaced or put together.

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