Definition of Vignette
Vignette
vin·get·te


Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A short, descriptive passage or scene, often in a literary work.

e.g. The author included a vignette about her childhood in the memoir.

(noun)
a small picture without defined borders;

e.g. There is a colorful vignette of a field of flowers in the book.

(noun)
foliage based ornamental design typically within a book or carving;

e.g. The certificate is surrounded by an intricate vignette.



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