adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective

1. 1
   Relating to a Spanish baroque architectural style that started in the late 17th century to the early 18th century; characterized by flamboyant ornamentation not-comparable
2. 2
   Alternative form of Churrigueresque. alt-of, alternative, not-comparable

Adjective

1. 1
   having elaborate symmetrical ornamentation wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

baroquechurriguerescofancy

Etymology

Named for José Benito Churriguera (1665-1725), a Spanish architect and sculptor. See -esque.

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