Definition

To create a picture or representation of something through drawing or painting, or to describe something in detail.

Example

The artist will limn the beautiful landscape on canvas.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I saw a beautiful painting yesterday that really limned the landscape.

That sounds amazing! I love when art captures nature like that.

Yeah, the colors were so vivid; it really limned the sunset perfectly.

I need to check it out! It sounds like a piece worth seeing.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Limn → It originates from the Middle English 'limnen', which comes from the Old French 'limner' (meaning to paint or illuminate), derived from the Latin 'luminare' (meaning to illuminate or light up). The word 'limn' means to depict or describe in painting or drawing, often with a focus on detail.

Memory Tip

Think of 'illuminating' or 'lighting up' a picture when you 'limn' it, as the roots connect to the idea of bringing something to light through art.

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