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Frescoes Meaning in English

word · lemma: fresco

ˈfɹɛskoʊz
FRES-kohz
fɹˈɛskəʊz
fres-KOHZ

Definition

Frescoes are paintings made on wet plaster, often found on the walls or ceilings of old buildings, especially in churches and historical sites.

Usage & Nuances

'Frescoes' specifically refers to wall (or ceiling) paintings made by applying pigment onto wet plaster—different from paintings on canvas or dry walls. The word is formal and mainly used in art or historical contexts.

Example Sentences

The ancient church is decorated with beautiful frescoes.

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Many tourists visit to see the famous frescoes on the walls.

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The artist studied old frescoes before starting his work.

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Restoring those dusty frescoes took the team almost a year.

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If you look up, you can spot colorful frescoes covering the entire ceiling.

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Some of the frescoes have faded, but you can still make out the original details.

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