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Stencil
01
a thin sheet of material with a design or words cut out of it, used to put the design or words on a surface below it by putting paint over
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Plural form
stencils
What is a "stencil"?
A stencil is a flat sheet with cut-out designs or letters. It is used to apply patterns, images, or text onto a surface by filling in the openings with paint, ink, or other coloring tools. Stencils can be made from various materials, such as plastic, metal, or cardboard, and come in different shapes and sizes. They are commonly used in art, crafts, and decorating to create consistent and precise designs.
to stencil
01
mark or print with a stencil
Grammatical Information
Action verb
Regular
Present tense
stencil
3rd person singular
stencils
Past simple
stenciled
Past participle
stenciled
