Definition: "Avant-garde" comes from a French term originally referring to the vanguard of the army. The term was extended beginning in the late 19th century to describe movements in art and literature that call for experimentation and revolt against tradition.
Common Misspellings: avant garde
Examples: The language poets of today are considered by many to be avant-garde. Gertrude Stein and James Joyce were avant-garde for their time.
