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gothic
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Gotico
(architecture) used to describe the building style prevalent in Western Europe in the 12th-16th centuries, whose characteristics are high ceilings, tall pillars, pointed windows and arches that are mostly made of stone
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gotico
relating to the language spoken by the ancient Goths
Example
The Gothic script used in medieval manuscripts was known for its intricate and decorative appearance.
She studied the Gothic language to better understand the historical texts of the ancient Goths.
Scholars study ancient Gothic texts, such as the Codex Argenteus, to understand the Gothic language's grammar and vocabulary.
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gotico, in stile gotico
characteristic of the style of type commonly used for printing German
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gotico, medioevale
associated with the Middle Ages, including its architecture, art, literature, and cultural styles
Example
She specializes in Gothic literature, studying works like Mary Shelley ’s Frankenstein and Bram Stoker ’s Dracula.
The museum displayed a collection of Gothic art, full of religious symbolism and detailed carvings.
The castle ’s Gothic style gives it a haunting, medieval appearance.
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Gotico
(of a novel, etc.) written or made in a spooky and mysterious way and often focus on creepy places like old castles or haunted houses, with themes of darkness and the supernatural
What is gothic?
The genre emerged during the early 19th century, influenced by the Romantic movement and characterized by its fascination with the macabre and the unknown. Gothic works typically feature elements such as secret passages, gloomy weather, tragic romances, and sinister villains, evoking a sense of foreboding and suspense in the audience. Over the years, the gothic genre has evolved and expanded to encompass various mediums, including literature, film, television, and art, continuing to captivate audiences with its haunting narratives and chilling imagery.
Example
Gothic stories transport readers to ancient castles and haunted mansions, where eerie atmospheres and mysterious events unfold.
In the world of gothic literature, desolate landscapes serve as the backdrop for chilling tales filled with dark themes and supernatural occurrences.
The gothic genre captivates audiences with its emphasis on the macabre, drawing readers into haunted houses and gloomy settings where eerie events take place.
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gotico
built in a style that was prevalent in Western Europe in the 12th-16th centuries, marked by having high ceilings, tall columns, pointed windows, and stone arches
Gothic
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gotico, stile gotico
a style of architecture present in Western Europe in the 12th-16th centuries characterized by buildings made mostly from stone with high ceilings, tall pillars, pointed windows and arches
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gotico, lingua gotica
extinct East Germanic language of the ancient Goths; the only surviving record being fragments of a 4th-century translation of the Bible by Bishop Ulfilas
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Gotico, Carattere gotico
a heavy typeface in use from 15th to 18th centuries
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