work of art

noun phrase

1
: a product of one of the fine arts
especially : a painting or sculpture of high artistic quality
2
: something giving high aesthetic satisfaction to the viewer or listener

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Helmed by head chef Andrius Kubilius, each dish is a work of art, showcasing the best of local flavors and ingredients. Stephan Rabimov, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025 Not every work of art worth a fuss has to be oil on canvas, yet from the start of art history as a discipline, paintings have ruled museum galleries and curatorial mindsets. Brian T. Allen, National Review, 27 Feb. 2025 Ariana Grande’s floral sculptural up-do is a true work of art, while Ayra Starr finds short-haired girls do have more fun. Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 23 Feb. 2025 Even the eat-in kitchen feels like a work of art, with custom millwork that conceals storage areas and state-of-the-art appliances, along with a shimmering tile backsplash. Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 8 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for work of art

Word History

First Known Use

1585, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of work of art was in 1585

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“Work of art.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/work%20of%20art. Accessed 10 Mar. 2025.

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