chiaroscuro plural
chi·a·ro·scu·ro
The plural form of chiaroscuro is chiˌaroˈscuros
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- noun plural chiaroscuro the distribution of light and shade in a picture. 1
- noun plural chiaroscuro Painting. the use of deep variations in and subtle gradations of light and shade, especially to enhance the delineation of character and for general dramatic effect: Rembrandt is a master of chiaroscuro. 1
- noun plural chiaroscuro a woodcut print in which the colors are produced by the use of different blocks with different colors. 1
- noun plural chiaroscuro a sketch in light and shade. 1