impasto

noun im·pas·to \im-ˈpas-(ˌ)tō, -ˈpäs-\

plural im·pas·tos

Definition of IMPASTO

: the thick application of a pigment to a canvas or panel in painting; also : the body of pigment so applied

: raised decoration on ceramic ware usually of slip or enamel

— im·pas·toed \-(ˌ)tōd\ adjective

Italian, from impastare

First Known Use: 1784

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