Lineation (Noun)
Meaning 1
The act of marking or outlining with lines.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Related Words
Meaning 2
The line that appears to bound an object.
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
Examples
- The artist's use of chiaroscuro created a strong lineation that defined the contours of the subject's face.
- The photographer carefully composed the shot to emphasize the lineation of the mountain range against the sky.
- The lineation of the tree's branches was accentuated by the contrast with the smooth white snow.
- The designer's use of bold colors and clean lines created a striking lineation that drew the viewer's eye to the logo.
- The architect's use of shadow and light created a subtle lineation that added depth and texture to the building's facade.