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madonna
nounfemininegeneral usecommon/mɐˈðonɐ/ma·do·na
Definitions
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A representation of the Virgin Mary in painting or sculpture, especially with the infant Jesus.
Usage examples
“The chapel houses a famous wooden madonna.”
“Renaissance artists often painted madonnas.”
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Common combinations
Renaissance madonnamadonna and childstatue of a madonna
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A woman who is admired for her serene beauty and purity.
Usage examples
“She was seen as the madonna of the silent film era.”
“Her madonna-like face graced many portraits.”
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Antonyms
Common combinations
madonna-like beautymadonna image