batik
bəˈtik
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Definition of batik - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
fabric dyeing techniqueTECH.method of dyeing fabric using wax to create patternsTECH.
  • She learned batik in a workshop focused on traditional textile arts.
2.
textileTECH.fabric dyed using wax-resist patternsTECH.
  • The colorful batik hung on the wall added a vibrant touch to the room.
tie-dye

Verb

tr.
1.
wax applicationTECH.apply wax to fabric before dyeingTECH.
  • She will batik the cloth for the art project.
coating waxing
2.
design creationTECH.create designs on fabric using wax and dyeTECH.
  • They learned how to batik in their art class.
decorate dye pattern
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Images of batik

  • batik: method of dyeing fabric using wax to create patterns
    method of dyeing fabric using wax to create patterns
  • batik: fabric dyed using wax-resist patterns
    fabric dyed using wax-resist patterns

Origin of batik

Javanese, batik (to dot)

Terms with batik included in their meaning

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art
tool for applying wax in batik making
art
decorated using the batik method

Examples of batik in a sentence

  • Batik requires patience and skill to master.
  • She wore a beautiful batik dress to the festival.
  • The artisan demonstrated how to create batik patterns.
  • They plan to batik the fabric for the upcoming exhibition.
  • Artists often batik to create intricate patterns on textiles.
  • She plans to batik a scarf for her friend.

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  1. French:batik, appliquer de la cire, ...
  2. German:Batik, batiken, ...
  3. Italian:batik, batikare, ...
  4. Spanish:batik, batikear, ...
  5. Portuguese:batique, fazer batik, ...
  6. Chinese:蜡染技术, 涂蜡, ...
  7. Japanese:バティック, バティックを施す, ...
  8. Arabic:بَاتِيك, شَمَعَ القماش, ...
  9. Hebrew:בָּטִיק, לְמָרֵחַ שַׁעֲוָה, ...
  10. Russian:батик, наносить воск, ...
  11. Ukrainian:батик, наносити віск, ...
  12. Hindi:बैटिक, मोम लगाना, ...
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