xylograph Definition
a woodcut, especially one used for printing.
Using xylograph: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "xylograph" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The book was illustrated with xylographs.
Example
The artist created a series of xylographs for the exhibition.
xylograph Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for xylograph
- woodcut
- block print
Phrases with xylograph
the art of making woodcuts or wood engravings
Example
The museum has a collection of xylography from different periods.
relating to or produced by xylography
Example
The xylographic illustrations were printed in black and white.
a person who makes woodcuts or wood engravings
Example
The xylographer used different types of wood to create his prints.
Origins of xylograph
from Greek 'xylon', meaning 'wood', and 'graphein', meaning 'to write'
Summary: xylograph in Brief
'Xylograph' [zahy-luh-graf, -grahf] refers to a woodcut used for printing. It is often used in book illustrations and art exhibitions. 'Xylography' is the art of making woodcuts, while 'xylographic' describes something related to or produced by xylography. A 'xylographer' is a person who makes woodcuts.
