objet d'art

noun

ˌȯb-ˌzhā-ˈdär How to pronounce objet d'art (audio)
variants also objet
Definition of objet d'artnext
as in rarity
something strange or unusual that is an object of interest the museum's collection is strongest in objets d'art from the South Pacific

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Recent Examples of objet d'art Contemporary furnishings in neutrals are layered with art and objet that add splashes of Mediterranean blue, orange, and lime green. — Elizabeth Brownfield, Forbes, 26 Jan. 2025 Leave it to French niche fragrance house Parfums de Marly to release a home scent disperser that fuses craftsmanship and innovation into one unique objet. — Austa Somvichian-Clausen, Robb Report, 14 Aug. 2025 Along with unique finds from luxury brands— including, of course, the objet d'art from Aerin—the boutique offers plenty of merchandise, including hats, hoodies, dog bowls, swimwear, ashtrays, and more. — Ian Malone, Vogue, 9 Dec. 2024 Stocked with 24 whole-leaf teas that beckon to be opened and enjoyed each day of December before Christmas, the set itself doubles as an objet d’art that will beautify the kitchen, bedroom, or wherever else its recipient chooses to park it for the month. — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 3 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for objet d'art
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  1. rarity
  2. exotic
Noun
  • Alex Bell, chairman emeritus of Sotheby’s UK and Old Masters worldwide, said the work succeeded because it combined scale, rarity, impeccable provenance, and immediate visual impact.
    — Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 1 July 2026
  • Amsterdam was largely laid out in the 17th century, making new land available for gardens a rarity.
    — Zoë Dare Hall, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
Definition of rarity
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  • The Guardian skill track turns players into a tanky frontline anchor with proximity revives, while the exotics Defrag and Cryoshear join the arsenal.
    — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026
  • At least the pedals aren’t awkwardly offset, unlike many Italian exotics of this era.
    — Tim Pitt, Robb Report, 18 May 2026
Definition of exotic

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“Objet d'art.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/objet%20d%27art. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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