Definition of moorish Moorish
/mʊˈɹɪʃ/ - [murish] - Moor•ish
We found 7 definitions of moorish from 4 different sources.
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What does moorish mean?
WordNet
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| moorish - a style of architecture common in Spain from the 13th to 16th centuries; characterized by horseshoe-shaped arches | ||
| Moorish architecture | ||
| architectural style, style of architecture, type of architecture architecture as a kind of art form | ||
AdjectiveMoorish, moorisher, moorishest |
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| moorish - relating to or characteristic of the Moors; "Moorish courtyard" | ||
| Moresque | ||
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Wiktionary 
- moorish (Adjective)
Of or pertaining to the Moors or their culture. - moorish (Adjective)
Of or pertaining to a style of Spanish architecture from the time of the Moors, characterized by the horseshoe arch and ornate, geometric decoration.
Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘
- moorish (a.)
Having the characteristics of a moor or heath. - moorish (a.)
Of or pertaining to Morocco or the Moors; in the style of the Moors.
Part of speech
🔤- moorish, noun, singular of moorishes.
