Artwork Meaning
/ˈɑːtˌwɜːk/Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounA painting, drawing, sculpture or other piece of creative, visual art.
nounArtistic work.
Sentence Examples
This artwork excited much controversy in the world of art.
A Japanese businessman bought the artwork for 200 million yen.
Can you let me have the finished artwork for the poster by Friday?
Synonyms & Antonyms
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The museum's newest ____ was stolen from a private collection last night.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The new museum exhibition features a wide variety of modern ____.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree Proto-Indo-European *h₂er- Proto-Indo-European *h₂értis Proto-Italic *artis Latin ars Latin artemder. Old French artbor. Middle English art English art English -work English artwork From art + -work.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"The most distinctive physical attribute of the space is the bright red metal sculpture that resembles one of Claes Oldenburg's oversized clothespins, only slightly deconstructed. The artwork may be enjoyed on its own terms, but ..."
— 2000, Jerold S. Kayden, Privately Owned Public Space: the New York City Experience:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The museum's newest ____ was stolen from a private collection last night.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The new museum exhibition features a wide variety of modern ____.