Oeuvre Definition & Meaning

oeuvre
noun
  1. the total output of a writer or artist (or a substantial part of it); "he studied the entire Wagnerian oeuvre"; "Picasso's work can be divided into periods"

"Oeuvre" in song lyrics

See how oeuvre is used in real songs:

  • "hors d oeuvre"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "oeuvre"

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