moorish (Meaning)
moorish (n)
a style of architecture common in Spain from the 13th to 16th centuries; characterized by horseshoe-shaped arches
moorish (a)
relating to or characteristic of the Moors
moorish (a.)
Having the characteristics of a moor or heath.
Of or pertaining to Morocco or the Moors; in the style of the Moors.
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moorish Sentence Examples
- The Moorish architecture of the Alhambra Palace showcases intricate tilework and soaring arches.
- The Moorish conquest of Spain left a lasting legacy of cultural influence in Andalusia.
- The Moorish-Gothic style of architecture combines elements from both Islamic and Western traditions.
- The Moors founded the city of Seville, which became a flourishing center of Moorish culture.
- The Moorish scholars played a vital role in the transmission of knowledge from the East to the West.
- The Moorish conquest of the Iberian Peninsula introduced new agricultural techniques, such as the use of irrigation systems.
- The Moors' love of gardens and horticulture gave rise to beautiful Moorish gardens like the Generalife in Granada.
- Moorish motifs and patterns can be seen in textiles, ceramics, and other decorative arts.
- The Moorish reign in Spain ended with the Spanish Reconquista in the 15th century.
- The Moorish heritage continues to shape the cultural identity of many areas in the former Moorish territories.
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a style of architecture common in Spain from the 13th to 16th centuries; characterized by horseshoe-shaped arches, relating to or characteristic of the MoorsHav
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The Moorish architecture of the Alhambra Palace showcases intricate tilework and soaring arches.
The Moorish conquest of Spain left a lasting legacy of cultural influence in Andalusia.
The Moorish-Gothic style of architecture combines elements from both Islamic and Western traditions.
The Moors founded the city of Seville, which became a flourishing center of Moorish culture.
