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The definition of a masterpiece is the greatest work in the career of an artist or group.

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An example of a masterpiece is the statue of David by Michelangelo.

Masterpiece is defined as a work of great skill.

(noun)

An example of a masterpiece is a brilliantly written and acted play.

See masterpiece in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

a thing made or done with masterly skill; great work of art or craftsmanship
the greatest work made or done by a person or group

Origin: calque of Ger meisterstück

See masterpiece in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

An outstanding work of art or craft.
The greatest work, as of an artist. Also called masterwork.
Something superlative of its kind: a masterpiece of political ingenuity.

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Origin: Probably translation of Dutch meesterstuk

Origin: or German Meisterstück

Origin: : Dutch meester

Origin: and German Meister, master

Origin: + Dutch stuk

Origin: and German Stück, piece of work

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