Pronunciation: /krɔs ˈhætʃɪŋ/
noun a technique used in drawing and engraving where lines are crossed over each other to create shading or texture
A1 Cross hatching is a drawing technique where you use intersecting lines to create shading.
A2 The artist used cross hatching to add depth and texture to the sketch.
B1 Learning how to master cross hatching can greatly improve your drawing skills.
B2 Cross hatching is a common technique used in comic book art to create shadows and highlights.
C1 The intricate cross hatching in the painting demonstrated the artist's attention to detail.
C2 The cross hatching in the etching was so finely done that it almost looked like a photograph.
formal The artist used cross hatching to create depth and texture in the drawing.
informal I tried using cross hatching in my sketch, but it didn't turn out as I hoped.
slang Cross hatching is like shading, but with more lines going in different directions.
figurative In life, we often have to use cross hatching to navigate through complex situations and find our way.
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