Fresco: meaning, definitions and examples

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fresco

[ ˈfrɛskəʊ ]

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art

A painting done rapidly in watercolor on wet plaster on a wall or ceiling, so that the colors penetrate the plaster and become fixed as it dries.

Synonyms

mural, mural painting, wall painting

Examples of usage

Italian Renaissance artists painted frescoes on the walls of churches.
The Sistine Chapel features famous frescoes by Michelangelo.

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food

A cold dish of various ingredients, such as cooked vegetables or fruits, served with a sauce or dressing.

Synonyms

cold dish, mix, salad

Examples of usage

She ordered a refreshing fruit fresco for dessert.
The restaurant's menu offers a variety of fresco options.

Translations

Translations of the word "fresco" in other languages:

🇵🇹 fresco

🇮🇳 फ्रेस्को

🇩🇪 Fresko

🇮🇩 fresco

🇺🇦 фреска

🇵🇱 fresk

🇯🇵 フレスコ

🇫🇷 fresque

🇪🇸 fresco

🇹🇷 fresk

🇰🇷 프레스코

🇸🇦 فريسكو

🇨🇿 freska

🇸🇰 freska

🇨🇳 湿壁画

🇸🇮 freska

🇮🇸 freska

🇰🇿 фреска

🇬🇪 ფრესკო

🇦🇿 freska

🇲🇽 fresco

Word origin

The word "fresco" originated from the Italian word "affresco" which means "fresh". The technique of fresco painting has been used for centuries, with examples found in ancient Roman villas and Pompeii. During the Italian Renaissance, fresco painting reached its peak with artists like Michelangelo and Raphael creating iconic works. Today, frescoes continue to be admired for their beauty and historical significance.