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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

shading

/ˈʃeɪdɪŋ/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does shading mean?

noun, verb

The process of creating a range of values in an image or drawing by varying the amount of light or darkness. The act of casting a shadow.

Example

"The artist used shading to create depth and dimension in her painting."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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