Definition

The arrangement or pattern of veins, often seen in leaves, stones, or other materials.

Example

The artist used veining to create a realistic texture in the painting.

Conversation

Have you seen the new art piece at the gallery?

Yeah, it's stunning! I love the veining in the marble.

Right? The way the colors blend together is amazing.

Absolutely! It really brings out the beauty of the material.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Veining → It is formed from "vein" (from Old French *veine*, meaning a channel or duct) and "-ing" (a suffix used to form nouns indicating an action or process). The word "veining" refers to the process of forming or having veins, often used in contexts like the appearance of veins in leaves or marble.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'vein' as a channel or duct, and remember that 'veining' describes the process of having or forming those channels.

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