Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
wood-block
noun
/wʊd blɒk/
Definition
A piece of wood used in printing or carving, often featuring a carved design or lettering.
Examples
- The artist used a wood-block to create prints of her designs.
- In ancient times, wood-block printing was a common method for producing books and art.
- He carved a beautiful landscape onto the wood-block before making his first print.
Meaning
Wood-block refers to a wooden block that is carved for use in printing, particularly in techniques like woodblock printing, where the raised parts of the block are inked and pressed onto paper or fabric.
Synonyms
- woodcut
- block print
- engraving block
