gouache

/ɡwɑʃ/
noun
  1. A type of thick, opaque paint that is mixed with water, similar to watercolor but heavier.
    • I bought a set of gouache paints for my landscape project.
    • She used gouache to paint the bright poster because it covers dark paper well.
    • The art teacher showed the class how to layer gouache for a smooth finish.
  2. A painting made using gouache paint.
    • Her gouache of the old bridge won first prize in the competition.
    • The museum displayed a beautiful gouache of a mountain scene.
    • He created a series of small gouaches for his art portfolio.
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