battik

/ˈbætɪk/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of textile art created by dyeing and wax-resist techniques to produce patterns on fabric

“She learned about batik-making during her trip to Indonesia.”

2. verb

to make or produce batik

“The artisan spent hours batiking a beautiful fabric for the exhibition.”

Synonyms

  • printmaking
  • textile art

Antonyms

  • painting