feathering
Pronunciation: [ˈfɛðərɪŋ]
Word
Context: "crafts"
(verb) to make something look pretty or decorated by adding soft, fluffy edges, like when you carefully add feathers to an outfit or a costume. It's like giving a special touch that makes things look nicer.
Example
She is feathering her hat with colorful feathers for the parade.
Example
He forgot to feather his project, so it looks plain and boring.
Example
Are you going to feather your artwork to make it look special?
Context: "design"
(noun) a style or technique where the edges of something are made to look soft or feathered. This is often seen in art and design work to make it seem gentle or light, like how a bird's feathers are arranged.
Example
The artist used feathering in her painting to create a soft background.
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Without feathering, the edges of the drawing looked harsh and sharp.
Example
Do you think feathering adds a nice effect to the design?
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