English Explanatory Dictionary

Churrigueresque

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Relating to a Spanish baroque architectural style that started in the late 17th century to the early 18th century; characterized by flamboyant ornamentation
adj
  1. Alternative form of Churrigueresque.

Word forms

Churrigueresque

Etymology

Named for José Benito Churriguera (1665-1725), a Spanish architect and sculptor. See -esque.

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