Definition

A pattern or texture that resembles marble, often used in art or design.

Example

The artist used a technique called marbleising to create beautiful patterns on the canvas.

Conversation

Have you seen the new art piece in the gallery?

Yeah, I love how they used that marbleising technique.

It really adds a unique texture, doesn't it?

Absolutely! It makes the whole piece feel so elegant.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Marbleising is derived from "marble" (from Old French *marbre*, meaning a type of stone) and the suffix "-ising" (a variant of "-izing", meaning to make or to become). The word refers to the process of making something resemble marble or to give it a marbled appearance.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'marble' as a beautiful stone, and remember that 'marbleising' means making something look like that beautiful stone.

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