Meaning Of The Word Underpainting

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underpainting in American English
noun: the first coat of paint, esp. the initial painting on a canvas in which the major areas, tones, colors, and forms are indicated in mass

underpainting in British English
noun: the first layer in a painting, indicating the design and main areas of light and shade

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