serigraphy
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/səˈrɪɡrəfi/
screen printing
Etymology
Etymology Information
'serigraphy' originates from the Latin word 'sericum' meaning 'silk' and the Greek word 'graphein' meaning 'to write'.
Historical Evolution
'Sericum' combined with 'graphein' evolved into the modern English word 'serigraphy'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to writing or printing on silk, but now it broadly refers to the screen printing process.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a printmaking technique where a design is imposed on a screen of silk or other fine mesh, with blank areas coated with an impermeable substance, and ink is forced through the mesh onto the printing surface.
The artist used serigraphy to create vibrant prints.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41