art form

noun

1

: a form or medium of expression recognized as fine art

sees dance as both an art form and an entertainment

2

a

: an unconventional form or medium in which impulses regarded as artistic may be expressed

describe pinball as a great American art form

—Tom Buckley

b

: an undertaking or activity enhanced by a high level of skill or refinement

easy conversation—an art form in peril of being lost to contemporary schedules

—Joanna Pruess

Examples of art form in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In the time between releases, Marina turned to another art form: poetry. —Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 21 Mar. 2025

Tradesman Coffee Shop & Lounge serves up an array of delectable treats, including an eye-catching croissant that is an art form in its own right. —Emma Kershaw, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025

However, as the digital age took over and print media became less prevalent, this art form faded into a distant memory, kept alive only by professional mixed-media and collage artists. —Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Mar. 2025

Sound still remains the single greatest contribution to filmmaking, and that’s why the world still continues to cherish this art form. —Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 26 Feb. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1851, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for art form

• brainstorm
• conform
• deform
• firestorm
• hailstorm
• inform
• landform
• lukewarm
• perform
• planform
• platform
• preform