stippelen

Definitions of stippelen
  1. verb
    make a dot or dots
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    type of:
    schrijven
    mark or trace on a surface
  2. verb
    produce a mottled effect
    synonyms: pointilleren, tamponneren
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    type of:
    marmeren
    colour with streaks or blotches of different shades
  3. verb
    apply (paint) in small dots or strokes
    synonyms: bespikkelen, tamponneren
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    type of:
    penselen, schilderen
    make a painting
  4. verb
    make by small short touches that together produce an even or softly graded shadow, as in paint or ink
    synonyms: bespikkelen, tamponneren
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    type of:
    penselen, schilderen
    make a painting
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