Airbrushing: meaning, definitions and examples

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airbrushing

 

[ หˆษ›ษ™rหŒbrสŒสƒษชล‹ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

art technique

Airbrushing is a painting technique that uses a spray gun or airbrush to apply paint or ink to a surface. It allows for smooth transitions and gradients, making it popular in fine art and commercial applications.

Synonyms

aerography, spray painting, stencil art

Examples of usage

  • The artist preferred airbrushing for its smooth finish.
  • Airbrushing can create realistic shadows in paintings.
  • Many graphic designers use airbrushing in digital art.
Context #2 | Verb

editing photos

To airbrush refers to the act of digitally manipulating an image to remove imperfections or enhance certain features. This process is frequently used in photography and cosmetics to create a polished appearance.

Synonyms

edit, enhance, retouch

Examples of usage

  • She decided to airbrush her portrait for a flawless look.
  • Many beauty magazines airbrush photos to achieve perfection.
  • You can airbrush your images easily with editing software.

Translations

Translations of the word "airbrushing" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น aerografia

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคเคฏเคฐเคฌเฅเคฐเคถเคฟเค‚เค—

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Airbrush

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ airbrushing

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฐะตั€ะพะณั€ะฐั„ั–ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ aerografia

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚จใ‚ขใƒ–ใƒฉใ‚ท

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท aรฉrographe

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ aerografรญa

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท hava fฤฑrรงasฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์—์–ด๋ธŒ๋Ÿฌ์‹ฑ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุฑุด ุงู„ู‡ูˆุงุฆูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ airbrush

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ aerograf

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ–ทๆžช

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ aerografija

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ loftun

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐัั€ะพะณั€ะฐั„ะธั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ”แƒ แƒแƒ’แƒ แƒแƒคแƒ˜แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hava fฤฑrรงasฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ aerografรญa

Etymology

The term 'airbrushing' originates from the early 20th century when artists began using a new tool called an airbrush, which sprays paint using compressed air. This technique emerged alongside advancements in manufacturing and technology, allowing for greater precision in artwork. Initially used by illustrators and painters, it has since evolved to encompass various applications, including photography and digital art. The ability to manipulate images and create seamless gradients transformed the way artists approached their work. With the advent of digital airbrushing in the late 20th century, the term has expanded to include software techniques that enhance and edit photographs. Today, airbrushing is synonymous with both creative artistry and the refinement of images in media.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,243, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.