semiabstraction

semiabstraction
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Etymology: semi- + abstraction
: a composition or creation (as in painting or sculpture) in which the subject matter is easily recognizable though the form is stylized according to an abstract system or device

Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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  • semiabstraction — noun see semiabstract …   New Collegiate Dictionary

  • semiabstraction — See semiabstract. * * * …   Universalium

  • semiabstraction — semi·abstraction …   English syllables

  • semiabstract — adjective Date: 1871 having subject matter that is easily recognizable although the form is stylized < semiabstract art > • semiabstraction noun …   New Collegiate Dictionary

  • semiabstract — adjective characterized by stylized but recognizable subject matter • Similar to: ↑nonrepresentational * * * | ̷ ̷(ˌ) ̷ ̷ at semi + adjective Etymology: semi + abstract : having the character of a semiabstraction …   Useful english dictionary

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