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Topic: Art

framing

IPA: /ˈfreɪmɪŋ/

KK: /ˈfreɪmɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of creating a structure or framework, often used in construction or art, to support or enclose something.

Example: The framing of the new building was completed in just a few weeks.

freeform

IPA: /ˈfriːfɔːrm/

KK: /ˈfriːfɔːrm/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that does not have a fixed shape or structure, often allowing for creativity and variation.

Example: The artist created a beautiful freeform sculpture that flowed gracefully.

freehand

IPA: //ˈfriːhænd//

KK: /ˈfriˌhænd/

adjective

Definition: Created or drawn using only your hands, without any tools or machines to help you.

Example: She made a freehand drawing of the landscape without using any rulers or stencils.

freehanded

IPA: /ˈfriːˌhændɪd/

KK: /ˈfriːˌhændɪd/

adjective

Definition: Someone who is generous and willing to give freely without being stingy.

Example: She was freehanded with her donations to the charity, helping many people in need.

fresco

IPA: /ˈfrɛskoʊ/

KK: /ˈfrɛskoʊ/

noun

Definition: A type of painting done on wet plaster using water-based colors, which becomes part of the wall as it dries.

Example: The artist created a beautiful fresco on the ceiling of the church.

transitive verb

Definition: To apply paint onto wet plaster so that the colors become part of the wall.

Example: The artist decided to fresco the entire ceiling of the chapel.

frescoed

IPA: /ˈfrɛskoʊd/

KK: /ˈfrɛskoʊd/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has been painted using the fresco technique, which involves applying water-based pigments on freshly laid wet plaster.

Example: The walls of the ancient church were frescoed with beautiful scenes from the Bible.

verb

Definition: To decorate a wall or ceiling with a painting done on wet plaster so that the colors become part of the wall.

Example: The artist frescoed the church's interior with beautiful scenes from the Bible.

frescoing

IPA: //ˈfrɛskoʊɪŋ//

KK: /ˈfrɛskoʊɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The technique of painting on wet plaster, allowing the colors to become part of the wall as it dries.

Example: The artist spent months perfecting the frescoing in the cathedral.

fretwork

IPA: /ˈfrɛtˌwɜrk/

KK: /ˈfrɛtˌwɜrk/

noun

Definition: A type of decorative work that features intricate patterns or designs, often made from wood or other materials, creating a three-dimensional effect.

Example: The old church was beautifully decorated with intricate fretwork on the wooden beams.

frieze

IPA: /friːz/

KK: /friz/

noun

Definition: A decorative horizontal band or strip, often found on walls or buildings, that can be plain or adorned with designs.

Example: The artist painted a beautiful frieze along the top of the wall in the dining room.

friezelike

IPA: /ˈfriːzaɪk/

KK: /ˈfrizˌlaɪk/

adjective

Definition: Having a decorative band or border, often depicting a scene or pattern, similar to a frieze.

Example: The friezelike patterns on the wall added a touch of elegance to the room.

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