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1rococo
noun ro·co·co \rə-ˈkō-(ˌ)kō, rō-kə-ˈkō\
Definition of ROCOCO
: rococo work or style
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First Known Use of ROCOCO
1840
Rhymes with ROCOCO
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2rococo
adjective
: of or relating to a style of artistic expression that involves fancy curved forms and much decoration and was popular in the 18th century
Full Definition of ROCOCO
1
a : of or relating to an artistic style especially of the 18th century characterized by fanciful curved asymmetrical forms and elaborate ornamentation b : of or relating to an 18th century musical style marked by light gay ornamentation and departure from thorough-bass and polyphony
2
: excessively ornate or intricate
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Origin of ROCOCO
French, irregular from rocaille rocaille
First Known Use: 1841
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