Graining — Definition & Meaning

What does graining mean?

noun

The process of applying a grain or texture to a surface, especially in painting or woodwork. A decorative pattern of fine lines or dots, often used in art or design.

Example

"The artist used a technique called graining to create a realistic wood effect on the canvas."

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Etymologically related

grain grainy graininess grainy texture

Synonyms for graining

graining texturing pattern-making decorating ornamenting embellishing

Antonyms of graining

smoothing sanding polishing

Rhymes with graining

graining straining staining gaining