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effacement

/ɪˈfækmənt/ noun · British & US
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What does effacement mean?

noun

The act of covering or concealing something, especially a part of the body, or the state of being covered or concealed. In art, a reduction in the size or detail of an image or design.

Example

"The artist's use of effacement created a sense of mystery and intrigue in the painting."

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