Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hair-stroke

noun

/ˈhɛər stroʊk/

Definition

A very thin line or mark, often created with a fine brush or pen, used in drawing or painting to add detail or texture.

Examples

The artist added hair-strokes to the portrait to enhance the detail in the subject’s eyelashes.
Using hair-strokes, she was able to create realistic fur textures in her animal drawings.
The calligrapher skillfully employed hair-strokes to give flow and elegance to each letter.

Meaning

In art and design, a hair-stroke refers to the use of extremely fine lines that resemble the thickness of a human hair. These strokes are typically used to create delicate features, intricate patterns, or subtle shading.