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Topic: Art

painting

IPA: /ˈpeɪntɪŋ/

KK: /ˈpeɪntɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A picture created using colors on a surface, or the activity of making such pictures.

Example: The painting on the wall is a beautiful landscape.

paintwork

IPA: /ˈpeɪntwɜːrk/

KK: /ˈpeɪntwɜrk/

noun

Definition: The outer layer of paint on a surface, such as a car or a building, that is applied for protection or decoration.

Example: The paintwork on the old house was peeling and needed to be redone.

painty

IPA: /ˈpeɪnti/

KK: /ˈpeɪnti/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is covered or smeared with paint, or has an excessive amount of paint on it.

Example: The walls looked painty after the artist finished his work.

palet

IPA: /ˈpælɪt/

KK: /ˈpælɪt/

noun

Definition: A palet is a term that refers to a part of a plant, specifically the bristle-like structure that supports the flower or seed head.

Example: The palet of the grass plant helps to support its seeds as they develop.

palette

IPA: /ˈpælɪt/

KK: /ˈpælɪt/

noun

Definition: A flat board used by artists to hold and mix paints, or the range of colors used in a particular artwork.

Example: The artist carefully selected colors from her palette to create a beautiful landscape painting.

palimpsest

IPA: /ˈpælɪmpsɛst/

KK: /ˈpælɪmpsɛst/

noun

Definition: A type of manuscript or writing surface that has been used multiple times, where the previous writing is often still visible after being partially erased.

Example: The ancient scroll was a palimpsest, revealing layers of text from different eras.

palinode

IPA: /ˈpælɪˌnoʊd/

KK: /ˈpælɪˌnoʊd/

noun

Definition: A formal statement or poem in which someone takes back or retracts something they previously said or wrote.

Example: In his latest palinode, the poet expressed regret for his earlier views on love.

pallium

IPA: /ˈpæl.i.əm/

KK: /ˈpæl.i.əm/

noun

Definition: A type of cloak or mantle that was worn in ancient times, often associated with religious or ceremonial use, and can also refer to a part of the brain or the outer layer of certain animals.

Example: The pope wore a beautiful pallium during the ceremony, symbolizing his authority.

palmette

IPA: /pælˈmɛt/

KK: /pælˈmɛt/

noun

Definition: A decorative design that looks like a stylized palm leaf, often used in art and architecture.

Example: The artist included a beautiful palmette in the design of the vase.

panache

IPA: /pəˈnæʃ/

KK: /pəˈnæʃ/

noun

Definition: A stylish and confident way of doing something that shows flair and elegance.

Example: She danced with such panache that everyone was captivated by her performance.

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