masterwork

/ˌmæstərˈwərk/
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Other forms: masterworks

Definitions of masterwork
  1. noun
    the most outstanding work of a creative artist or craftsman
    synonyms: chef-d'oeuvre, masterpiece
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    type of:
    piece of work, work
    a product produced or accomplished through the effort or activity or agency of a person or thing
  2. noun
    an outstanding achievement
    synonyms: masterpiece
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    type of:
    accomplishment, achievement
    the action of accomplishing something
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