moorish
/ˈmʊrɪʃ/
adjective
- Relating to the Moors, a Muslim people from North Africa who ruled parts of Spain and Portugal from the 8th to the 15th centuries.
- The museum has a collection of Moorish pottery and textiles from North Africa.
- The Alhambra palace in Spain is a famous example of Moorish art and design.
- Moorish rulers brought new knowledge in science and mathematics to medieval Europe.
- Describing a style of architecture or decoration that features intricate geometric patterns, arches, and ornate tilework, inspired by the Moors.
- She admired the Moorish patterns on the ceiling, with stars and interlacing lines.
- The building's entrance has a beautiful Moorish arch decorated with colorful tiles.
- Moorish architecture often includes courtyards with fountains and gardens.