retouching
|re-touch-ing|
B2
/riˈtʌtʃɪŋ/
(retouch)
make small improvements
Etymology
Etymology Information
'retouch' originates from French, specifically the word 'retoucher,' where 're-' meant 'again' and 'toucher' meant 'to touch.'
Historical Evolution
'retoucher' transformed into the English word 'retouch,' and eventually became the modern English word 'retouching' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to touch again,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to improve or alter by making small changes.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of improving or altering a photograph or image by making small changes.
The retouching of the old family photos made them look brand new.
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Last updated: 2025/06/23 06:12