artwork

[ahrt-wurk]

noun

1. Printing.

   1. the elements that constitute a mechanical, as type, proofs, and illustrations.

   2. a mechanical; paste-up.

2. the production of artistic or craft objects.

3. the object so produced.

artwork

/ ˈɑːtˌwɜːk /

noun

1. all the original nontextual matter in a publication, esp the illustrations

Word History and Origins

Origin of artwork¹

First recorded in 1875–80; art ¹ + work

Example Sentences

These aren’t new artworks, but they serve as an easy, friendly entry point to Ono’s way of thinking and creating art.

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There’s also artwork shown for abandoned concepts, such as a never-built Chinese restaurant with a robotic host that was envisioned for Main Street, as well as alternative visions for the introductory land.

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Inspired by Pink Floyd’s “The Wall,” Sonic Youth’s distortion, Black Sabbath’s symbolic lyricism and layered instrumentals, and surrealist artwork, “Mellon Collie” tested the Smashing Pumpkins’ limits as a band.

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The free exhibition of 26 artworks, titled Learning to See, will run at the gallery until 4 May.

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Some acquired original artworks, often for free, from editors who might have otherwise trashed them.

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Related Words

• art 
• picture 
• piece 
• portrait 
• watercolor