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Brayer

Noun:

A small roller used in printmaking and other applications to apply ink or paint onto a surface.

Sample sentence:

I used a brayer to evenly distribute the ink on the linoleum block before printing.

Verb:

To roll or apply ink or paint onto a surface using a brayer.

Sample sentence:

After mixing the colors, I brayered the paint onto the canvas to create a smooth background.

Noun (Popular):

A tool with a handle and a cylindrical roller, frequently used in printmaking, crafting, and painting.

Sample sentence:

The artist used a brayer to apply ink to the stamp before pressing it onto the paper.

Noun (Local):

Informal term used in certain regions to describe a noisy, lively person.

Sample sentence:

In our neighborhood, Joe is known as a brayer because of his boisterous nature.

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