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anaglypta

anaglypta

1 9.9
A patterned wallpaper with a raised texture for walls and ceilings
  • noun
  • /ˌænəˈɡlɪptə/
translation icon : anaglipta
  • I chose to install anaglypta in my living room.
  • anaglypta wallpaper

Examples

  • She chose a white anaglypta for the ceiling to create a classic Victorian look.

  • Restorers carefully cleaned the original anaglypta in the historic building.

  • The hallway was decorated with anaglypta to add texture and elegance to the walls.

  • The anaglypta adds a unique texture to the walls.

  • The old living room was transformed with anaglypta wallpaper, adding a beautiful texture to the walls.

  • To give the ceiling an elegant finish, they chose anaglypta wallpaper with a floral design.

  • Many homeowners prefer anaglypta wallpaper because it adds depth and character to their interiors.

Synonyms

wallpaper
vsanaglypta
77 1.0

A paper with a design used to cover room walls and make them look nice

is a textured raised pattern type rather than plain printed paper
mural wallpaper
vsanaglypta
4.4

A large printed paper that covers one wall to make the room's main focus

is a textured pattern applied generally not a large printed scene

How Textured

molding
  • Specialized
26 4.4
anaglypta
1 9.9
wallpaper
77 1.0

Surface Forms

anaglypta singular
anaglyptas plural

Etymology

Anaglypta comes from Greek parts ana- 'up' and glyptein 'to carve', giving the image of designs 'carved up' so they stand out. You can see the same root in hieroglyph, and that's why anaglypta means wallpaper with a raised, carved pattern.