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Topic: Art

blot

IPA: /blɒt/

KK: /blɑt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To become stained or marked, often by absorbing liquid.

Example: The ink began to blot on the paper after it got wet.

noun

Definition: A mark or stain that is made by a substance that changes the color of a surface, often seen as a spot or smudge.

Example: She noticed a blot of ink on her shirt after writing a letter.

transitive verb

Definition: To soak up or dry something using absorbent material, or to make something less visible or clear.

Example: She used a paper towel to blot the spilled ink on the table.

blotch

IPA: /blɒtʃ/

KK: /blɑtʃ/

noun

Definition: A mark or spot on a surface, often irregular in shape, that can be a different color from the surrounding area.

Example: She noticed a dark blotch on the wall that needed to be painted over.

transitive verb

Definition: To cover or stain something with irregular spots or marks.

Example: She accidentally blotted the paper with ink.

blotchier

IPA: /ˈblɒtʃɪə/

KK: /ˈblɑːtʃiər/

adjective

Definition: Having more spots or blotches than something else; marked by irregular patches of color or texture.

Example: The artist used a blotchier technique to create a more dynamic painting.

blotchily

IPA: /ˈblɒtʃɪli/

KK: /ˈblɑːtʃɪli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows irregular patches or spots, often of different colors or shades.

Example: The paint was applied blotchily, leaving uneven patches on the wall.

blotless

IPA: /ˈblɒt.ləs/

KK: /ˈblɑt.ləs/

adjective

Definition: Free from stains or marks; completely clean.

Example: The artist's canvas was blotless, showcasing her perfect technique.

blottier

IPA: /ˈblɒtiər/

KK: /ˈblɒtiər/

adjective

Definition: More marked by spots or stains than something else.

Example: The blottier paper absorbed more ink than the smoother one.

blottiest

IPA: /ˈblɒt.i.əst/

KK: /ˈblɒtɪst/

adjective

Definition: The most marked by spots or stains, often referring to something that has many blotches or irregular patches.

Example: The artist used the blottiest colors to create a vibrant and textured painting.

blotty

IPA: /ˈblɒti/

KK: /ˈblɒti/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has spots, marks, or stains on its surface.

Example: The artist used a blotty technique to create texture in the painting.

bluing

IPA: /ˈbluːɪŋ/

KK: /ˈbluːɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A substance used to make things appear whiter or to give a blue tint, often used in laundry to counteract yellowing.

Example: She added bluing to the wash to keep her white clothes bright.

blur

IPA: /blɜːr/

KK: /blɜr/

intransitive verb

Definition: To become unclear or difficult to see.

Example: The words on the page began to blur after I stared at them for too long.

noun

Definition: A mark or area that is unclear or not sharp, making it hard to see clearly.

Example: The photograph had a blur that made the details hard to recognize.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something less clear or distinct, often causing it to appear hazy or unclear.

Example: The artist used soft colors to blur the edges of the painting, creating a dreamy effect.

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