work of art

noun phrase

1
: a product of one of the fine arts
especially : a painting or sculpture of high artistic quality
2
: something giving high aesthetic satisfaction to the viewer or listener

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Upon slow looking, Runia says visitors might discover that each of Rembrandt’s prints is a work of art in itself. Susan B. Barnes, Southern Living, 9 Nov. 2025 This jaw-dropping work of art is without a doubt the most maximalist scooter ever assembled, and it's got loads of stunning details that set it apart from anything in the segment today. Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 7 Nov. 2025 The Maroon 5 frontman, 46, debuted another work of art on his body and revealed the meaning behind the large-scale ink. Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 6 Nov. 2025 This world-class museum and sculpture park in the jungle now has a hotel that’s a work of art in its own right. William O'Connor, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for work of art

Word History

First Known Use

1585, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of work of art was in 1585

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“Work of art.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/work%20of%20art. Accessed 20 Nov. 2025.

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