pointilism

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Noun pointilism has 1 sense

pointilism - a genre of painting characterized by the application of paint in dots and small strokes; developed by Georges Seurat and his followers in late 19th century France
--₁ is a kind of genre

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Pointillism

Definition:

noun

A technique in art where small, distinct dots of color are applied in patterns to form an image.

Senses:

Sense 1:

noun

A style of painting developed in the late 19th century, characterized by using small, distinct dots of color to create an image.

Example Sentence:

"The painting 'A Sunday on La Grande Jatte' by Georges Seurat is a masterpiece of pointillism."

Sense 2:

noun

A technique used in graphic design where small dots or pixels are used to create an image or pattern on a digital screen.

Example Sentence:

"The logo was created using pointillism, giving it a unique and eye-catching look."

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