baroque

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Synonyms: barque, laroque

Antonyms: barque, laroque

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Adjective

1. {{lb|en|arts|music}} From or characteristic of the Baroque period.

Proper noun

1. {{lb|en|arts|music}} A [[period]] in Western [[architecture]], [[art]], and [[music]] from {{circa2|1600–1760|short=1}} {{CE}}, known for its abundance of [[drama]], rich color, and extensive [[ornamentation]].
2. The [[chess]] [[variant]] invented in 1962 by mathematician Robert Abbott, or any of its descendants, where pieces move alike, but have differing methods of capture.

Noun

1. An ornate, detailed style.

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