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We learned about canvas in class today.
What does Canvas mean?
Canvas is a cloth surface used for painting.
Dictionary definition
Strong cloth used for painting, or the painted surface itself.
Example sentences
Canvas in a sentence
medium
The project used canvas to share a clear idea.
hard
Using canvas carefully helped the group express its message better.
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Practice 1
What does canvas mean?
Canvas means strong cloth used for painting, or the painted surface itself.
Practice 2
Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to canvas?
Painting surface is close in meaning to canvas in this context.
Practice 3
Which word or phrase is a good contrast to canvas?
Blank paper gives a useful opposite or contrast to canvas.
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WordCanvas.
Partnoun.
MeaningCanvas is a cloth surface used for painting.
ExampleExample: We learned about canvas in class today.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- kan · vuhs
- Strongest beat
- kan
- Ending
- vuhs
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on kan.
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Synonyms
Words like Canvas
painting surfaceThe surface where paint is applied.
art clothA plain description for painting fabric.
Antonyms
Opposite words
blank paperPaper is a different drawing surface.
wallA wall is not usually a movable painting canvas.
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Word family
Canvas word family
Base word
canvas
noun
canvases
More than one painting cloth.
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Hint for students
Canvas is a strong cloth used for painting, tents, bags, or other sturdy items.
Common mix-up
Canvas is not the same as paper. Canvas is cloth-like and stronger; paper is thin and tears more easily.
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Write one sentence that shows canvas without using the word canvas. Example: The painter stretched thick cloth across a wooden frame before starting the picture. Clue words: thick cloth, wooden frame, painter Now try your own sentence. Ask: Does my sentence show strong cloth used for painting or making something sturdy?
Teacher prompt
Ask students to explain this model sentence: "The artist painted bright flowers on a canvas." Why does canvas fit better than notebook?
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