gouache Meaning & Definition
/ɡwɑːʃ/
What Does Gouache Mean?
Gouache is used as a noun meaning A thick, opaque watercolour paint made with gum containing an inert white pigment to make it opaque. It can also mean A painting made with this paint. As a verb, it means To produce work in the gouache medium.
Gouache at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ɡwɑːʃ/ |
| Plural | gouaches |
| Verb forms | gouaches, gouaching, gouached |
Gouache Definition (Noun)
- A thick, opaque watercolour paint made with gum containing an inert white pigment to make it opaque.
- A painting made with this paint.
Gouache as a Verb
- To produce work in the gouache medium.
Synonyms of Gouache
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Gouache synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
gouache (countable and uncountable, plural gouaches)
gouache (third-person singular simple present gouaches, present participle gouaching, simple past and past participle gouached)
Origin of Gouache
Unadapted borrowing from French gouache, from Italian guazzo. Doublet of guazzo.
Frequently Asked Questions About Gouache
Is gouache a noun or a verb?
Gouache is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is the plural of gouache?
The plural of gouache is gouaches.
What is the past tense of gouache?
The past tense of gouache is gouached. The present participle is gouaching.