English dictionary
encaustic
/E/n'k/O/st/I/k/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adjective
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Prepared by means of heat; burned in.
Source: webster1913
noun
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a paint consisting of pigment mixed with melted beeswax; it is fixed with heat after application
Source: WordNet 3.0
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The method of painting in heated wax, or in any way where heat is used to fix the colors.
Source: webster1913