delayage

/ˌdɛləˈɡɑːʒ/ or /ˌdeɪləˈɡɑːʒ/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of artistic technique that involves creating a sense of delay or retardation in the application of paint or other artistic medium.

“The painter’s use of delayage in her latest work added a unique sense of drama to the piece.”

Synonyms

  • delay
  • protraction
  • retardation

Antonyms

  • acceleration
  • expedition