Fresco

/ˈfrɛskoʊ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A technique of mural painting on freshly laid wet plaster, allowing the paint to become an integral part of the wall.

The artist's magnificent fresco of the Last Supper adorned the chapel wall.

A work of art created using this technique.

The chapel is famous for its ancient frescos depicting biblical scenes.

adjective

Relating to or denoting a fresco.

The fresco painting style became popular during the Renaissance.

Italian 'fresco', meaning 'fresh', referring to the application on wet plaster.

fresco painting

A painting technique using fresh wet plaster.

frescoed wall

A wall that has been adorned with a fresco.

mural

A large painting or artwork applied directly to a wall.

plaster

A mixture used for coating walls and ceilings.

Cool or awesome (used informally in some regions).

That party was fresco!

Referring to something fresh or trendy.

Her outfit is so fresco this season.