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There are several definitions of art. These definitions depend on the interpretation of each individual. It also depends on the nature of the art and the era of the interpretation. I have noted several definitions as follows:
1. "The "use" of art from the artist's standpoint is as a means of expression" (Wikipedia, 2005).
2. "From the artist's perspective it allows one to symbolize complex ideas and emotions in an arbitrary language subject only to the interpretation of the self and peers" (Wikipedia, 2005).
3. "It can serve to soothe the soul and promote popular morale" (Wikipedia, 2005).
4. "Process of healing, through creative acts" (Wikipedia, 2005).
5. "It is a way of passing ideas and concepts on to later generations in a (somewhat) universal language" (Wikipedia, 2005).
6. "Some documentary photographs depicting un-posed "real life" are considered art" (Wikipedia, 2005).
7. "Art can connote a sense of trained ability or mastery of a medium" (Wikipedia, 2005).
8. "It......

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