Mural: meaning, definitions and examples
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mural
[ ˈmjʊərəl ]
street art
A mural is a large painting or artwork that is painted directly onto a wall or ceiling. Murals are often used to decorate public spaces and convey a message or story. They can range in size from small to large-scale, covering entire buildings.
Synonyms
fresco, painting, wall painting
Examples of usage
- The city commissioned a famous artist to create a mural on the side of the library.
- Her mural depicted scenes from the town's history and culture.
Translations
Translations of the word "mural" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mural
🇮🇳 भित्तिचित्र
🇩🇪 Wandgemälde
🇮🇩 mural
🇺🇦 мурал
🇵🇱 mural
🇯🇵 壁画 (へきが)
🇫🇷 fresque murale
🇪🇸 mural
🇹🇷 duvar resmi
🇰🇷 벽화 (byeokhwa)
🇸🇦 جدارية
🇨🇿 nástěnná malba
🇸🇰 nástenná maľba
🇨🇳 壁画 (bìhuà)
🇸🇮 stenska slika
🇮🇸 múrál
🇰🇿 мурал
🇬🇪 მურალი
🇦🇿 divar rəsmi
🇲🇽 mural
Word origin
The word 'mural' originated from the Latin word 'murus' meaning wall. The concept of murals dates back to ancient times when they were used to decorate the walls of tombs, temples, and public buildings. In modern times, murals have become a popular form of street art and public expression.