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Linecut

Part of Speech: noun

Sense 1:

a printmaking technique in which an image is cut or incised into a hard material, such as wood or metal, and then inked and printed

Sample Sentence: The linecut created deep, crisp lines in the metal plate, resulting in a highly detailed print.

Sense 2:

a line illustration or graphic that is simple, black-and-white, and often has a strong contrast between thick and thin lines

Sample Sentence: The children's book featured charming linecuts that enhanced the story's whimsical atmosphere.

Part of Speech: adjective

Sense 1:

describing a style or design characterized by clean, straight lines

Sample Sentence: The modern office furniture had a linecut aesthetic, exuding a sleek and minimalistic vibe.

Sense 2:

relating to a method of cutting or splitting objects in a straight and precise manner

Sample Sentence: The carpenter used a linecut saw to ensure accurate cuts for the intricate woodwork.