Definition

To cover or hide part of something with another thing, making it less visible.

Example

The artist decided to debruise the bright colors with darker shades to create depth in the painting.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you seen how they debruise the old painting in the gallery?

Yeah, I noticed it the other day; it looked a bit different.

I wonder why they chose to debruise it like that instead of restoring it fully.

Maybe they wanted to keep some of its original character.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'debruise' is formed from the prefix 'de-' (meaning down or away) and 'bruise' (from Old French 'bruiser', meaning to crush or break). The term 'debruise' means to remove or lessen a bruise, effectively taking away the injury.

Memory Tip

Think of 'de-' meaning to take away and 'bruise' referring to an injury — so 'debruise' means to take away a bruise.

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