xyloplastic

Meanings

• noun

  The art of carving wooden figures or decorative designs, especially in relief.

  - "Xyloplastic art has been a popular form of folk art in Africa for centuries."
  - "The xyloplastic sculpture in the museum is a masterpiece of traditional African art."

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Variants

List of all variants of xyloplastic that leads to same result
hypoplasia , hypoplasias , hypoplastic

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Etymology

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From the Greek words xylo (wood) and plassein (to form).

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Trivia

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1. Xyloplastic art is also known as 'wood sculpture in relief'.

2. The term 'xyloplastic' was first used in the late 19th century to describe this art form.

3. Xyloplastic art can be found in many museums and galleries around the world, including the British Museum and the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

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Related Concepts

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1. Woodcarving: A general term for the art of creating figures or designs by carving wood.

2. Relief carving: A technique of carving figures or designs into a flat surface, projecting them out from the background.

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Culture

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Xyloplastic art has a rich cultural history, particularly in Africa and Oceania, where it has been used for centuries to tell stories, record history, and express spiritual beliefs.

How to Memorize "xyloplastic"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the process of carving a wooden figure or design. Imagine the tools used, the intricacy of the design, and the skill required to bring it to life.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'xyloplastic' with 'woodcarving' or 'sculpture'. Remember that it specifically refers to the art of carving wooden figures or designs in relief.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Xylophonics: X for Xyloplastic, Y for Yielding, L for Lively, P for Precise, H for Handsome, O for Ornate, and S for Sculpture' to help remember the meaning of the word.

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