Definition

A large photograph or a collection of photographs that is displayed on a wall, often used for decoration.

Example

The living room was transformed by a stunning photomural of a sunset over the ocean.

Conversation

I just saw an amazing photomural at the art gallery.

Oh really? What was it about?

It was a huge landscape of mountains and rivers.

That sounds beautiful! I'd love to see it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Photomural → It is formed from "photo-" (from Greek "phōs", meaning light) and "mural" (from Latin "murus", meaning wall). The word "photomural" refers to a mural that is created using light, typically through photographic techniques, to depict images on a wall.

Memory Tip

Imagine light ('photo-') being used to create beautiful images on a wall ('mural'). This helps you remember that a photomural is a wall image made with light.

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