Marbleized: meaning, definitions and examples

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marbleized

 

[ ˈmɑrblˌaɪzd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

appearance, texture

Marbleized refers to a pattern or appearance reminiscent of marble, often characterized by swirling veins or flecks of color. This term can apply to various materials, including stone, paint, or other decorative surfaces. Marbleization enhances the aesthetic appeal of an object by providing a sophisticated and elegant look.

Synonyms

mottled, swirled, veined

Examples of usage

  • The marbleized tabletop added elegance to the dining room.
  • She chose a marbleized finish for her art project.
  • The fabric has a beautiful marbleized pattern.

Translations

Translations of the word "marbleized" in other languages:

🇵🇹 marmorizado

🇮🇳 मार्बलाइज्ड

🇩🇪 marmoriert

🇮🇩 marmerisasi

🇺🇦 мармуровий

🇵🇱 marmoryzowany

🇯🇵 マーブル化された

🇫🇷 marbré

🇪🇸 marmoleado

🇹🇷 mermerleşmiş

🇰🇷 대리석 무늬가 있는

🇸🇦 رخامي

🇨🇿 mramorovaný

🇸🇰 mramorovaný

🇨🇳 大理石化的

🇸🇮 marmoriran

🇮🇸 marmarað

🇰🇿 мармормен безендірілген

🇬🇪 მარმარილოსებური

🇦🇿 mərmərli

🇲🇽 marmoleado

Etymology

The term 'marbleized' emerges from the word 'marble', which has its roots in the Old French word 'marbre', derived from the Latin 'm armorem' meaning 'crystalline rock' or 'stone'. Marble has been prized since antiquity for its beauty, strength, and versatility in sculpture and architecture, particularly by the Greeks and Romans. The practice of imitating marble's distinctive veining in other materials developed as artisans sought to reproduce its desirable qualities. In the 19th century, the word 'marbleized' began to be used more broadly to describe any object that exhibited a marble-like appearance, extending beyond natural stone to include paints, plastics, and textiles. The technique of creating a marbleized effect can be achieved through various methods, including mixing two or more colors to achieve the desired swirling pattern. Today, 'marbleized' is often used in decorative arts, fashion, and design, reflecting a continued appreciation for the elegance and sophistication associated with marble.