Art

Definition of record

The term record has its etymological origin in the French word graver. The concept can be used in different ways depending on the context. The first meaning of engraving that the Royal Spanish Academy (RAE) mentions in its dictionary refers to the action of carving or producing through incisions, in relief or in hollow, a […]

Definition of pad

The Royal Spanish Academy (RAE) recognizes more than a dozen meanings of pad. Most of them are linked to a type of pillow or cushion that is characterized by its small size. In fact, at a general level, it can be said that a pillow is a small pillow. These products usually have specific uses. Pad […]

Definition of batik

A printing technique is called batik. The term has its origin in the Javanese language, and can be translated as “painted.” Batik is representative of Indonesia, especially the island of Java. It is also popular in countries such as Malaysia, India, Thailand and Sri Lanka. Since 2009 it has been part of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of […]

Definition of brush

The etymology of brocha is unclear, although it is believed that it could derive from the dialectal French brouche or the Italian brusca. The term is used to refer to a tool that has several uses. In its broadest sense, a brush consists of a handle and a set of bristles or hairs that allow […]

Definition of capelin

The Royal Spanish Academy (RAE), in its dictionary, recognizes only one meaning of the term capelina, used in the field of medicine: as a synonym for capelina. In this context, the bandage that resembles a cap is called capellina since it covers the head. In colloquial language, however, the notion of capelin […]

Definition of box

Casilla is the diminutive of house. The concept of house, for its part, has multiple uses. A construction that is intended for housing can be called a house; to the lineage of a surname; to a cultural institution; to a commercial establishment; or to the stadium or playing field of a team. A hostel of […]

Definition of applique

The French word applique came to our language as applique. The first meaning of the term mentioned in the dictionary of the Royal Spanish Academy (RAE) refers to a lamp. The utensil that allows you to hold artificial light (such as a spotlight or light bulb) is known as a lamp. In the specific case of the wall light, its particularity […]

Definition of statue

The notion of statue comes from the Latin word statua. The term refers to a sculpture that seeks to reproduce the characteristics of a real or natural figure. A sculpture, meanwhile, is a work that is made by sculpting or carving a three-dimensional figure in a certain material. The concept comes from the Latin sculptūra. Taking back the […]

Definition of tape

The concept of tape comes from the Latin word cincta, in turn derived from cinctus (which can be translated as "belt"). A tape is a strip that can have multiple uses according to its characteristics. At a general level, ribbons are used to adjust or tie something or as an ornament. They can be manufactured with […]

Definition of filming

Filming is the act and result of filming. This verb (to film) can be used to refer to capturing and recording images on tape or to working on a film as a director or actor. The idea of ​​filming, therefore, can be used in different ways. It is common for the concept to be used with reference to […]