Enkaustik
encaustic painting (wax-based technique)
noun en-KOWS-tik Rare
Origin: from Greek enkaiein, to burn in
Usage Note
Enkaustik is an ancient painting technique using heated beeswax mixed with pigment, applied to panels. The name comes from Greek meaning 'to burn in'. A feminine noun used in art-historical contexts.
Examples
"Viele antike Porträts aus Ägypten entstanden in der Enkaustik-Technik."
Natural Translation
Many ancient portraits from Egypt were created using the encaustic technique.
Literal Translation
Many ancient portraits from Egypt arose in the encaustic technique.
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