frontispiece
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
The frontispieces are prints augmented with gouache and colored pencil, which is characteristic of Wolfe’s eclectic approach.
From Washington Post • Oct. 14, 2022
But it is exhausting dealing with the higher priests of Shakespearean arcana, who believe that because they are enthralled by book bindings, frontispieces and vellum, then Shakespeare must have been too.
From New York Times • Apr. 21, 2019
As for layout, it is fashionable for gentlemen scribes to adorn their frontispieces with some quotation from Heraclitus or Bowie or whoever.
From The Guardian • Nov. 2, 2018
An exhibition highlighting the artist’s work, which included etchings, decorative frontispieces and illustrated books.
From Washington Post
Over the heads of the three philosophers hangs the curtain which rises at the beginning of a theatrical performance—a device that was used by Galileo’s engraver, Stefano della Bella, for the frontispieces of plays.
From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton
Vocabulary lists containing frontispiece
Book Words for Book Worms
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
The Girl Who Drew Butterflies
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
A Room of One's Own
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
