noun
- Plural of arabesque; ornamental designs featuring intertwining lines, curves, and floral or geometric patterns, often used in Islamic and European decorative art.
- In ballet, a position in which the dancer stands on one leg with the other leg extended behind, one arm forward and one back.
Usage: Often used in art history and design contexts
Usage: Ballet terminology
Examples
- The palace walls were covered with intricate arabesks in gold and blue tile.
- The architect incorporated arabesks into the building's facade to reflect Islamic design traditions.
- The dancer held a perfect arabesque for several seconds, demonstrating her balance and grace.
- Medieval manuscripts featured beautiful arabesks decorating the margins and chapter headings.
- The wallpaper featured delicate arabesks that gave the room an elegant, classical appearance.