Meaning of the word watercolor in English
What does watercolor mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
watercolor
US /ˈwɑː.t̬ɚˌkʌl.ɚ/
UK /ˈwɑː.t̬ɚˌkʌl.ɚ/
Noun
1.
a paint that uses water as the solvent and is transparent rather than opaque
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She prefers to work with watercolor for its delicate effects.
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The artist mixed several shades of watercolor to achieve the perfect sky color.
2.
a painting or drawing done with watercolors
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The gallery featured a beautiful collection of landscapes in watercolor.
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He bought a small watercolor of a coastal scene as a souvenir.
Adjective
1.
painted with watercolors
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The artist displayed several beautiful watercolor portraits.
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The book was illustrated with delicate watercolor drawings.
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