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cubism

/kjuːbɪzəm/ noun · British & US
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What does cubism mean?

noun

An art movement that originated in the early 20th century, characterized by the use of geometric forms and fragmented images to represent reality. It was pioneered by Pablo Picasso and Georges Braque.

Example

"The artist's use of cubism in his latest painting was a bold departure from his previous work."

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