Ars Antiqua
[ ahrzan-tee-kwuh, ahrs- ]
/ ˈɑrz ænˈti kwə, ˈɑrs- /
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noun Music.
the style of composition characteristic of the 13th century, especially in France.
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Origin of Ars Antiqua
<Medieval Latin: ancient art
Words nearby Ars Antiqua
Arroyo Grande, arroz con pollo, Arru Islands, ARS, Arsaces I, Ars Antiqua, arse, arse about, arsed, arse licker, arsen-
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