art form
noun
1
: a form or medium of expression recognized as fine art
sees dance as both an art form and an entertainment
2
a
: an unconventional form or medium in which impulses regarded as artistic may be expressed
describe pinball as a great American art form—
Tom Buckley
Tom Buckley
b
: an undertaking or activity enhanced by a high level of skill or refinement
easy conversation—an art form in peril of being lost to contemporary schedules—Joanna Pruess
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For Tornatore, who maintains a schedule of watching three films per week, cinema remains a living art form.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 22 June 2025
Adorned with distinctive depictions of fish, pigeons, a bearded man, a goat and more, the humble dishes are reminders of the artist’s peerless ability to master new art forms, even in later periods of his career.
—Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 18 June 2025
People may also face stigma or stereotyping, particularly in conservative or culturally traditional settings.
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Tattoos can be an art form, a rite of passage or a personal statement.
—Jesse Pines, Forbes.com, 13 June 2025
Broadway musicals are an incremental art form and shows quote other scores all the time, and that above list is long enough to suggest intentionality and provide contrasts.
—Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 11 June 2025
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 22 June 2025
Adorned with distinctive depictions of fish, pigeons, a bearded man, a goat and more, the humble dishes are reminders of the artist’s peerless ability to master new art forms, even in later periods of his career.
—Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 18 June 2025
People may also face stigma or stereotyping, particularly in conservative or culturally traditional settings.
6 Ways To Reduce Tattoo Health Risks
Tattoos can be an art form, a rite of passage or a personal statement.
—Jesse Pines, Forbes.com, 13 June 2025
Broadway musicals are an incremental art form and shows quote other scores all the time, and that above list is long enough to suggest intentionality and provide contrasts.
—Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 11 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for art form
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“Art form.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/art%20form. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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