Associations to the word «Arabesque»

Wiktionary

ARABESQUE, noun. An elaborate design of intertwined floral figures or complex geometrical patterns. This ornamental design is mainly used in Islamic Art and architecture.
ARABESQUE, noun. (music) An ornate composition, especially for the piano.
ARABESQUE, noun. (ballet) A dance position in which the dancer stands on one leg, with the other raised backwards, and the arms outstretched.

Dictionary definition

ARABESQUE, noun. Position in which the dancer has one leg raised behind and arms outstretched in a conventional pose.
ARABESQUE, noun. An ornament that interlaces simulated foliage in an intricate design.

Wise words

The most important things are the hardest things to say. They are the things you get ashamed of because words diminish your feelings - words shrink things that seem timeless when they are in your head to no more than living size when they are brought out.
Stephen King