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gainsborough

 

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Noun gainsborough has 1 sense
  1. Gainsborough, Thomas Gainsborough - English portrait and landscape painter (1727-1788)
    --1 is a kind of painter

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Gainsborough


Noun


Sense 1:

A town in Lincolnshire, England known for its historical importance and natural beauty.


Sample sentence: Gainsborough is a charming town with picturesque landscapes and a rich heritage.


Sense 2:

A family name of several notable British artists, including Thomas Gainsborough.


Sample sentence: Thomas Gainsborough was a prominent British painter during the 18th century.


Sense 3:

A style of portraiture painting characterized by soft colors and delicate brushwork, as exemplified by Thomas Gainsborough.


Sample sentence: The Gainsborough style of painting focuses on capturing the beauty and grace of the subjects.


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