Romanesque
ˌrəʊ.məˈnɛsk
Definition

Definition of Romanesque - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

architectureTECH.style of European architecture from the 11th and 12th centuriesTECH.
  • The church was built in the Romanesque style, characterized by semi-circular arches..
Romanesque architecture

Adjective

1.
architectureTECH.relating to a style of architecture originating in medieval EuropeTECH.
  • The church is built in a typical Romanesque style with massive walls..
Romanesque architecture
2.
art formsTECH.related to painting and sculpture styleTECH.
  • The museum features Romanesque sculptures.
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Expressions with Romanesque

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relating to early medieval art or buildings before Romanesque style
The church has pre-Romanesque architectural features.
medieval European architectural style with semi-circular arches
The cathedral is a fine example of Romanesque architecture.

Origin of Romanesque

French, roman (novel) + -esque (in the style of)

Terms with Romanesque included in their meaning

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Normanadj.
architecture
related to Romanesque style in England
architecture
style of Romanesque architecture
architecture
style of architecture combining Romanesque and Gothic
architectural style
Romanesque style from Normandy used in Britain
history
relating to early medieval art or buildings before Romanesque style

Examples of Romanesque in a sentence

  • The Romanesque period saw the rise of monumental architecture.
  • The castle features Romanesque arches and towers.
  • Romanesque cathedrals are known for their thick walls.
  • The Romanesque architecture was breathtaking.
  • She studied Romanesque art in college.

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  1. French:roman, romanesque, ...
  2. German:Romanik, romanisch, ...
  3. Italian:romanico, in stile romanico, ...
  4. Spanish:románico, de estilo románico, ...
  5. Portuguese:românico, de estilo românico, ...
  6. Chinese:罗马式, 罗马式的, ...
  7. Japanese:ロマネスク様式, ロマネスク, ...
  8. Arabic:طِرَاز رُومانِسْكِي, رُومانِيسْكِي, ...
  9. Hebrew:סִגְנוֹן רוֹמַנְסְקִי, רוֹמַנֶסְקִי, ...
  10. Russian:романский стиль, романский, ...
  11. Ukrainian:романський стиль, романський, ...
  12. Hindi:रोमनेस्क शैली, रोमनेस्क, ...
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