linocut
English
Etymology
Pronunciation
- Lua error in Module:parameters at line 331: Parameter 1 should be a valid language or etymology language code; the value "RP" is not valid. See WT:LOL and WT:LOL/E. IPA(key): /ˈlʌɪnəʊkʌt/
- Lua error in Module:parameters at line 331: Parameter 1 should be a valid language or etymology language code; the value "GA" is not valid. See WT:LOL and WT:LOL/E. IPA(key): /ˈlaɪnoʊˌkət/
- Hyphenation: li‧no‧cut
Noun
linocut (plural linocuts)
- (art, printing) A type of woodcut in which a block of linoleum is used for the relief surface; the design cut into the block.
- Hypernym: relief printing
- 2009 June 14, Ann Hodgman, “A kid’s best friends: goldfish”, in The New York Times[1]:
- Still, this book's offbeat settings and strong, simple illustrations, in acrylic paint with pencil and rough-hewn linocut outlines, should help preschoolers — and parents — realize that when you bring some creativity to pet ownership, even a fish can be fun.
Translations
woodcut in which a block of linoleum is used
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