Watercolor
(noun)
- A painting technique in which the pigments are mixed with water and a binding medium and applied to paper.
- A picture or design made using this technique.
Origin:
Early 18th century; earliest use found in dr. thomas cheyne (d. 1743), physician. from water + color.
Examples:
- She loved to spend her afternoons painting beautiful watercolors.
- The gallery was filled with stunning watercolor paintings by local artists.
- This watercolor of a mountain landscape is my favorite piece in the museum.
- The watercolor class was the most relaxing part of her day.
- Her watercolor skills have greatly improved over the past year.