word
underdrawing
UHN-der-draw-ing
ˈʌndərˌdrɔːɪŋListen
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Syllable breakdown
underdrawing
Dictionary meaning
A preliminary sketch beneath the visible paint layers of an artwork.
History and origin
Art conservation terminology.
Examples
- Infrared scans exposed an underdrawing beneath the finished panel.
Common mispronunciations
under-DROH-ing
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