Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
estencil
Noun
/ˈstɛnsl/
Definition
A stencil is a thin sheet of material with a pattern or design cut out, used to produce an image or write letters by applying ink or paint through the cut-out sections.
Examples
- She used a stencil to create beautiful letters on the canvas.
- The artist made a stencil of a leaf to use in her painting.
- For the party, they stenciled party decorations on the walls.
Meaning
Stencils are commonly used in art and design to create uniform shapes or letters quickly and repeatedly.
Synonyms
- template
- pattern
- design