: of or relating to a style of architecture that was used in Europe during the 11th and 12th centuries and that included round arches, thick and heavy walls, and small windows
a Romanesque cathedral
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“Romanesque.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/Romanesque. Accessed 14 Apr. 2026.
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