CultureAugust 15, 2026

marbling

MAR-bling

Definition

A technique of creating decorative, multi-colored patterns by floating pigment or paint on a liquid surface and transferring the design to paper or fabric.

Etymology

The word stems from the resemblance of these swirled patterns to the natural veined appearance of polished marble stone. It evolved in English from the word 'marble,' which originates from the Greek word 'marmaros,' meaning 'shining stone.'

In the news

The article uses the term to describe 'Ebru,' a traditional Turkish art form where colorful patterns are created on water and then transferred onto paper.

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