alhambresque
|al-ham-bresque|
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/ælˈhæmbrɛsk/
Moorish architectural style
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alhambresque' originates from the name 'Alhambra', a palace and fortress complex located in Granada, Spain, known for its distinctive Moorish architecture.
Historical Evolution
'Alhambra' was derived from the Arabic word 'al-Ḥamrāʼ', meaning 'the red one', referring to the reddish walls of the fortress.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred specifically to the Alhambra itself, but over time it evolved to describe anything reminiscent of its style.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or characteristic of the Alhambra, especially in terms of its architectural style or decorative motifs.
The intricate tile work in the hall was distinctly alhambresque.
Synonyms
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