color wash

• 一种装饰性技法，把半透明的薄涂层施于底色上以产生柔和、融合的效果，常用于室内设计或绘画。

A decorative painting technique where a thin, translucent layer of paint is applied over a base color to create a soft, blended effect, often used in interior design or artistic painting.

1. Decorative painting techniqueB2formal

   A painting technique where a thin, translucent layer of colored paint is applied over a base coat to create a soft, blended effect.

   色彩罩染

   • They used a blue color wash on the living room walls to give it a calming effect.
   • The artist applied a color wash over the sketch to add depth.
   • Color washing is a popular technique for creating a rustic look in homes.

2. Laundry processB1informal

   A method of washing clothes where colored items are washed together to prevent color bleeding or to refresh the color.

   彩色衣物洗涤

   • I need to do a color wash with all the dark clothes.
   • She separated the whites from the color wash to avoid staining.
   • Use cold water for a color wash to keep the fabrics bright.