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Grotesque

/ɡɹəʊˈtɛsk/

A style of ornamentation characterized by fanciful combinations of intertwined forms.

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📖 Definitions of "Grotesque"

noun
  1. 1

    A style of ornamentation characterized by fanciful combinations of intertwined forms.

  2. 2

    Anything grotesque.

  3. 3

    A sans serif typeface.

adjective
  1. 1

    Distorted and unnatural in shape or size; abnormal and hideous.

  2. 2

    Disgusting or otherwise viscerally revolting.

  3. 3

    Sans serif.

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