watercolor
/ˈwɔːtərkʌlər/ · wa·ter·col·or
noun
- a painting or drawing made with water-soluble pigments The artist's watercolor of the landscape was exhibited in the local gallery.
- a technique of painting using water-soluble pigments She specialized in watercolor and taught classes on the subject.
adjective
- relating to or resembling the technique or style of watercolor painting The watercolor effect of the photograph gave it a dreamy quality.
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Did you know? The word 'watercolor' has been used in English since the 18th century, and its popularity as an artistic medium has endured, with many famous artists, including J.M.W. Turner and John Singer Sargent, creating notable works using this technique. Watercolor has also been used in various design applications, including architecture and fashion.