Chinoiserie

English

/ʃiːnwɑːzəˈɹiː/

noun
Definitions
  • (arts) A style in art, or an artistic object, that reflects the influence of Chinese art.

Etymology

Borrowed from French chinoiserie (Chinese-esque).

Origin

French

chinoiserie

Gloss

Chinese-esque

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