mural

Meanings

• noun

  A large painting or picture, especially one decorating a wall or the exterior of a building.

• noun

  A series of paintings or pictures, often on a theme, created by one artist or a group of artists.

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈmjɝəl/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=402754"

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with mural
wharf , gaff , carol , marshal

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Variants

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mural , muralist , muralists , murals

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Etymology

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From Old French murale, from Latin murus, wall.

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Trivia

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1. The largest mural in the world is located in Ekaterinburg, Russia, and covers an area of over 100,000 square feet.

2. Murals have been used as a form of political expression since ancient times. For example, the Bayeux Tapestry, which dates back to the 11th century, is a long embroidered cloth that tells the story of the Norman Conquest of England.

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Related Concepts

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1. Street Art: A type of visual art that is created in public spaces, often on the streets, and is intended for a broad audience.

2. Public Art: Art that is intended for public viewing and is often located in public spaces, such as parks, buildings, and streets.

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Culture

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Murals have been used as a form of public art for centuries, often depicting scenes from history, religion, or daily life. They can be found in many different cultures and have been used to convey social and political messages.

How to Memorize "mural"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large painting or picture covering a wall or the exterior of a building.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'mural' with the image of a large painting on a wall.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'mural' starts with the letter 'm', which looks like the first letter in 'mural'.

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