elaborate form
[/ɪˈlæbərət fɔːrm/]
noun phrasepl: elaborate forms
forma elaborada
1. A complex, detailed, or intricate structure or design that has been carefully developed or worked out
The architect presented an elaborate form of the building that incorporated classical and modern elements.
O arquiteto apresentou uma forma elaborada do edifício que incorporava elementos clássicos e modernos.
2. A sophisticated or refined expression, presentation, or arrangement of something
The composer created an elaborate form of the symphony with multiple movements and variations.
O compositor criou uma forma elaborada da sinfonia com múltiplos movimentos e variações.
3. In art and literature, a highly developed or ornate stylistic approach
The baroque period was known for its elaborate forms and decorative details.
O período barroco era conhecido por suas formas elaboradas e detalhes decorativos.
The term 'elaborate form' is commonly used in academic, artistic, and architectural contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazilian Portuguese-speaking academic circles, this phrase is frequently employed in art history, musicology, and design discussions to describe works of sophisticated complexity. It reflects cultural appreciation for detailed craftsmanship and refined aesthetics.
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