The meaning of Gesso
Gesso – definition
nounA hard compound of plaster of paris or whiting in glue, used in sculpture or as a base for gilding or painting on wood.
Usage examples:
The surface must first be given several coats of gesso
nounA mixture of plaster (= a substance that becomes hard and smooth as it dries) and glue, used in painting, sculpture, and as a base for decorating wood
Usage examples:
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Word origin
late 16th century: Italian, from Latin gypsum (see gypsum).
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