lineature

/ˌlɪnɪˈtʃʊər, ˌlaɪ-/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who designs or draws lines, or the act of drawing lines, especially in the process of creating a line engraving.

“The engraver was skilled in the art of lineature.”

2. noun

A style of line drawing or engraving, especially one characterized by fine lines.

“The artist’s work was known for its distinctive lineature.”

Synonyms

  • draftsman
  • engraver

Antonyms

  • non-linear
  • unformed