Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
crosshatch
verb
/ˈkrɔːsˌhætʃ/
Definition
To mark or shade an area with a series of intersecting lines or strokes.
Examples
- The artist used crosshatch techniques to give depth to the sketch.
- He began to crosshatch the image to create a more detailed representation.
- In drafting, crosshatching can represent different materials or textures.
Meaning
Crosshatch refers to the technique of creating shading, textures, or patterns by drawing two or more sets of parallel lines that intersect at various angles.
Synonyms
- hatch
- shade
- mark
