grisaille Meaning, Definition & Usage
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noun chiaroscuro painting or stained glass etc., in shades of grey imitating the effect of relief
WordNet
Gri"saille` noun
Etymology
F., from gris gray.Definitions
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(Fine Arts) Decorative painting in gray monochrome; -- used in English especially for painted glass. -
A kind of French fancy dress goods. Knight.
