Arabesque ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Arabesque ( noun )

1. A complex, decorative design featuring intertwined curved lines and shapes, often used in Islamic art and architecture.
2. A dance position in which one leg is extended behind the body and the arms are extended in opposite directions.
3. A piece of music or ballet that is characterized by complex and ornate patterns.

Origin:

From french arabesque, from italian arabesco, from arabo ("arab") + -esco ("-ish, -like"), from arabic العربية‎ (al-ʿarabiyyah, "the arab [language].")

Examples:

1. The mosque was adorned with intricate arabesques on the walls and ceiling.
2. The ballerina gracefully executed an arabesque on stage.
3. The composer's latest work featured an arabesque movement in the second act.
4. The arabesque pattern on the ceramic vase was created by the skilled artisan.
5. The calligraphy was written in an arabesque style, with the letters flowing together in a graceful, ornate way.

(As a verb)

Arabesque ( verb )

1. A complex, decorative design featuring intertwined curved lines and shapes, often used in Islamic art and architecture.
2. A dance position in which one leg is extended behind the body and the arms are extended in opposite directions.
3. A piece of music or ballet that is characterized by complex and ornate patterns.

Origin:

From french arabesque, from italian arabesco, from arabo ("arab") + -esco ("-ish, -like"), from arabic العربية‎ (al-ʿarabiyyah, "the arab [language].")

Examples:

1. The mosque was adorned with intricate arabesques on the walls and ceiling.
2. The ballerina gracefully executed an arabesque on stage.
3. The composer's latest work featured an arabesque movement in the second act.
4. The arabesque pattern on the ceramic vase was created by the skilled artisan.
5. The calligraphy was written in an arabesque style, with the letters flowing together in a graceful, ornate way.