louis seize

lou·is seize

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [loo-ee seez]
- /ˈlu i siz/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [loo-ee seez]
- /ˈlu i siz/

Definitions of louis seize words

adjective louis seize noting or pertaining to the style of architecture, furnishings, and decoration prevailing in France at the end of the 18th century, continuing the lightness of the Louis Quinze period with a stricter adherence to classical models. 1
adjective louis seize of or relating to the style of furniture, decoration, and architecture of the time of Louis XVI of France, belonging to the late French rococo and early neoclassicism 0
noun louis seize designating or of the style of furniture, architecture, etc. of the time of Louis XVI of France, which is characterized by a return to straight lines, symmetry, and classic ornamental details 0

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Origin of louis seize

First appearance:

before 1890

One of the 20% newest English words

1890-95; < French: Louis XVI

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Parts of speech for Louis seize

noun

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louis seize popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 34% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 58% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.