2. In literature and the fine arts, a salient feature or element of a composition or work; esp., the theme, or central or dominant feature; specif. (Music), a motive{ 3 }. See also leitmotif. [ Webster 1913 Suppl. +PJC ]
This motif, of old things lost, is a favorite one for the serious ballade. R. M. Alden. [ Webster 1913 Suppl. ]
The design . . . is . . . based on the peacock -- a motif favored by decorative artists of all ages. R. D. Benn. [ Webster 1913 Suppl. ]
3. (Dressmaking) A decorative appliqué design or figure, as of lace or velvet, used in trimming; also, a repeated design. [ Webster 1913 Suppl. +PJC ]
[けまん, keman] (n) { Buddh } Buddhist decoration engraved with various motifs, often made from gilt copper (e.g. for adorning the inner shrine of a temple) [Add to Longdo]
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