renaissance
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• noun
(Usually capitalized) The great revival of European art, literature, science, and classical learning that began in Italy in the 14th century and extended into the 17th century, marking the transition from the Middle Ages to the modern world.
"Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo were two of the most influential figures of the Italian Renaissance."
A revival of or renewed interest in something, especially in art, literature, culture, or learning.
"The historic neighborhood is experiencing a cultural renaissance with new art galleries and theaters opening every month."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed in the mid-19th century from French renaissance ('rebirth'), from Middle French renaistre ('to be born again'), ultimately from Latin renasci (from re- 'again' and nasci 'to be born').