batik

[bəˈtiːk]

batik Definition

a method of producing colored designs on textiles by dyeing them, having first applied wax to the parts to be left undyed..

Using batik: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "batik" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She wore a beautiful batik dress to the party.

  • Example

    The batik pattern on the scarf was intricate and colorful.

  • Example

    The artist used batik techniques to create the design on the tapestry.

batik Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for batik

  • textile art
  • fabric design

Phrases with batik

  • a form of painting that uses wax and dyes to create designs on fabric or paper

    Example

    The artist created a stunning batik painting of a tropical landscape.

  • a shirt made from fabric that has been decorated using the batik technique

    Example

    He wore a casual batik shirt to the beach party.

  • a traditional garment worn in many Southeast Asian countries, made from fabric that has been decorated using the batik technique

    Example

    She wrapped a colorful batik sarong around her waist before going to the beach.

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Summary: batik in Brief

Batik [bəˈtiːk] is a textile art that involves dyeing fabric after applying wax to the parts that should remain undyed. It is often used to create intricate and colorful patterns on clothing and tapestries, as in 'She wore a beautiful batik dress to the party.' Batik can also refer to specific items like 'batik painting' or 'batik sarong.'