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Pronunciation: [mˈɔːsk] (IPA)

Moresque is an adjective that describes something that is decorative or ornamental, often with a distinct Middle Eastern or North African influence. Synonyms for this word include arabesque, Moorish, Islamic, and North African. All of these terms refer to a specific aesthetic style that is characterized by intricate patterns, geometric shapes, and vibrant colours. However, each of these words has its own connotations and associations. For example, Moorish might be used to describe something that has a strong Spanish or Andalusian influence, while Islamic has more of a religious and cultural meaning. No matter which word you use, they all convey a sense of exoticism and richness that can enhance any design.
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Positively it is difficult to take it, for here comes a fort we must look at-miles of sloping coppery-coloured crenellated stone wall of moresque design.
"From Edinburgh to India & Burmah"
William G. Burn Murdoch
Then for subjects, there's a wealth within arm's reach; village bazaar pictures every ten yards, and round about cattle and ruins, temples, moresque and Hindoo, palms and jungle trees, graceful figures of women and men.
"From Edinburgh to India & Burmah"
William G. Burn Murdoch
I have not been able, by any search, to get any light, either of the time when it began, or of the first author; but I have probable reasons, which induce me to believe, that some Italians, having curiously observed the gallantries of the Spanish Moors at their zambras, or royal feasts, where music, songs, and dancing, were in perfection, together with their machines, which are usual at their sortija, or running at the ring, and other solemnities, may possibly have refined upon those moresque divertisements, and produced this delightful entertainment, by leaving out the warlike part of the carousals, and forming a poetical design for the use of the machines, the songs, and dances.
"The Works Of John Dryden, Vol. 7 (of 18) The Duke of Guise; Albion and Albanius; Don Sebastian"
John Dryden

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