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Renaissance
Definitions
(2)
1
noun
A
period
in
European
history
marking
the
transition
from
the
Middle
Ages
to
modernity
,
characterized
by
a
revival
of
interest
in
the
classical
art
and
learning
of
Ancient
Greece
and
Rome
.
The
Renaissance
was
a
time
of
great
cultural
and
artistic
achievement
.
Leonardo
da
Vinci
was
a
key
figure
of
the
Renaissance
.
The
Renaissance
began
in
Italy
in
the
th
century
and
spread
throughout
Europe
.
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2
noun
A
revival
or
renewed
interest
in
something
,
often
used
metaphorically
to
describe
a
resurgence
of
activity
or
enthusiasm
in
a
particular
field
.
The
city
is
experiencing
a
renaissance
in
its
downtown
area
with
new
shops
and
restaurants
opening
.
There
has
been
a
renaissance
of
interest
in
vinyl
records
among
music
enthusiasts
.
The
company
is
hoping
for
a
renaissance
in
its
sales
with
the
launch
of
its
new
product
line
.
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Word Origin
Language
French
Original word
renaissance
Word parts
re (again) + naissance (birth)
Originally meant
rebirth
Background
The term 'Renaissance' was first used in the 19th century to describe the cultural movement that began in Italy in the 14th century. It signifies a 'rebirth' of classical learning and wisdom after the Middle Ages.