canvas
Pronunciation
Noun
A1 Beginner
Quick answer
A piece of strong, rough cloth stretched over a frame, used as a surface for painting.
Usage notes
"Canvas" is also used figuratively for the overall plan or scope of a project, outside of art.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The artist stared at the blank _____ before making the first brushstroke."
Answer: canvas
In your own words, what does "canvas" mean?
A piece of strong, rough cloth stretched over a frame, used as a surface for painting.
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