magnum opus

magnum opus

n.1. A great work, especially a literary or artistic masterpiece.2. The greatest single work of an artist, writer, or composer.

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[Latin : magnum, neuter of magnus, great + opus, work.]

magnum opus

n 1. (Art Terms) a great work of art or literature, esp the greatest single work of an artist 2. (Literary & Literary Critical Terms) a great work of art or literature, esp the greatest single work of an artist [Latin]

mag′num o′pus

n. a great work, esp. the chief work of a writer or artist. [1785–95; < Latin]

magnum opus

A Latin phrase meaning great work, used to mean the greatest individual work that someone creates, especially in the arts.

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magnum opus - a great work of art or literature work of art - art that is a product of one of the fine arts (especially a painting or sculpture of artistic merit)

magnum opus

nounAn outstanding and ingenious work:chef-d'oeuvre, masterpiece, masterwork.

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