Woodblock

Pronunciation: /wʊd.blɑk/

Definitions of woodblock

noun a relief printing block made of wood, used in printing images or text

Example Sentences

A1 I saw a woodblock on the table.

A2 The artist used a woodblock to create the print.

B1 The woodblock was carved with intricate designs.

B2 The woodblock printing technique dates back to ancient China.

C1 The woodblock used for printing was made from high-quality cherry wood.

C2 The museum displayed a collection of rare woodblocks from the Edo period.

Examples of woodblock in a Sentence

formal The artist used a traditional woodblock to create intricate prints.

informal I found a cool woodblock print at the flea market.

slang Check out this rad woodblock I scored at the thrift store!

figurative Her words hit me like a woodblock, leaving a lasting impression.

Grammatical Forms of woodblock

• past tense: woodblocked
• plural: woodblocks
• comparative: more woodblock
• superlative: most woodblock
• present tense: woodblocks
• future tense: will woodblock
• perfect tense: have woodblocked
• continuous tense: is woodblocking
• singular: woodblock
• positive degree: woodblock
• infinitive: to woodblock
• gerund: woodblocking
• participle: woodblocked

Origin and Evolution of woodblock

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'woodblock' originated from the combination of 'wood' referring to the material and 'block' indicating a solid piece, likely used in printing or carving.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'woodblock' has come to specifically refer to a relief printing technique where an image or text is carved into a block of wood and then inked to transfer the design onto paper or another surface. The term has remained closely associated with the art of printmaking and has become a common term in the field of visual arts.