"drybrush" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: dry + brush Etymology templates: {{compound|en|dry|brush}} dry + brush Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} drybrush (uncountable)
  1. (painting) A form of brushwork that involves stroking lightly with a minimally loaded brush to create a textured look. Wikipedia link: drybrush Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Painting Synonyms: dry brushing
    Sense id: en-drybrush-en-noun-BQrWu5Ic Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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