A Quick and Simple Dictionary

Renaissance

1. Proper noun.  The 14th century revival of classical art, architecture, literature and learning that originated in Italy and spread throughout Europe over the following two centuries.
2. Proper noun.  The period of this revival; the transition from medieval to modern times.
3. Proper noun.  Any similar artistic or intellectual revival.
4. Adjective.  Of, or relating to the Renaissance.
5. Adjective.  Of, or relating to the style of art or architecture of the Renaissance.
6. Noun.  A rebirth or revival.
7. Noun.  (qualifier, historic) The transition period between medieval and modern times, the Renaissance.