Stippling

1. (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Stipple.

2. (n.) A mode of execution which produces the effect by dots or small points instead of lines.

3. (n.) A mode of execution in which a flat or even tint is produced by many small touches.

Thesaurus Entries

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