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Renaissance

Renaissance

WordNet



noun


(1)   The revival of learning and culture
(2)   The period of European history at the close of the Middle Ages and the rise of the modern world; a cultural rebirth from the 14th through the middle of the 17th centuries
Wiktonary



Proper noun



  1. The 14th century revival of classical art, architecture, literature and learning that originated in Italy and spread throughout Europe over the following two centuries.
  2. The period of this revival; the transition from medieval to modern times.
  3. Any similar artistic or intellectual revival.

Adjective



  1. Of, or relating to the Renaissance.
  2. Of, or relating to the style of art or architecture of the Renaissance.