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Meaning of the word stippling in English

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stippling

US /ˈstɪp.əl.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈstɪp.əl.ɪŋ/
"stippling" picture

Noun

a method of drawing, painting, or engraving using small dots or specks.

Example:
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The artist used stippling to create texture in the portrait.
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The old map was shaded with fine stippling.
Synonym:
dotting speckling dappling
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Related Word:
stipple