the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
n. The doctrine of arts in general; such branches of learning as respect the arts.
n. The study of a particular art.
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
n. The doctrine of arts in general; such branches of learning, collectively, as relate to the arts.
n. Technical terms, methods, or objects; things pertaining or relating to the practice of an art, science, or the like.
Word Usage
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