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Meaning of canvas
The primary meaning of the word "canvas" is a strong, unbleached, or whitened cotton fabric.
Etymology of canvas
The word "canvas" has its roots in the 14th-century Old French word "canevas," which referred to a type of fabric made from hemp or flax
This Old French word is derived from the Latin "cannabis," meaning hemp, and the suffix "-vas," which is a noun-forming suffix
Over time, the term "canvas" has expanded to include various types of fabric and uses beyond its original meaning
Synonyms
fabric
material
textile
cloth
weave
mesh
netting
sheeting
duck
sailcloth
twill
denim
velvet
lace
burlap
muslin
chiffon
gauze
tulle
organza
satin
silk
cotton
linen
hemp
jute
canvasing
screening
filtering
sifting
straining
bolting
sieving
winnowing
sheet
panel
board
screen
backdrop
curtain
drapery
tapestry
embroidery
brocade
damask
Definitions
- A strong, unbleached, or whitened cotton fabric, often used for making tents, sails, and other outdoor equipment
- * A piece of fabric, usually stretched over a frame, used as a surface for painting
- * A large, usually rectangular, piece of fabric or other material used as a screen or backdrop
Usage Examples
- The artist stretched a large piece of canvas over a wooden frame to create a new painting
- * The hikers used a waterproof canvas to set up their tent in the rain
- * The theater company used a canvas backdrop to create a realistic setting for the play