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Proper Noun

1. 1
   A style of Baroque revival architecture popular in England from the turn of the 20th century.

   "Truth to tell, most of the buildings that make up the Edwardian Wrenaissance have little to do with Wren."

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"Truth to tell, most of the buildings that make up the Edwardian Wrenaissance have little to do with Wren."

Etymology

Blend of Wren + Renaissance, in reference to Christopher Wren, known for his work in the English Baroque style.

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