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mache

/mætʃ/ noun · British & US
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What does mache mean?

noun

A mixture of water and a binding agent, such as gum or glue, used to attach objects to a surface, especially in the arts, or a type of lightweight plaster used in sculpture.

Example

"The artist used mache to attach the delicate wings to the body of the sculpture."

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