airbrush
Translation
to paint with an airbrush, to alter a photograph to hide imperfections
Examples
He airbrushed the car with a new design.
He airbrushed the car with a new design.
They airbrushed the model's photo for the magazine.
They airbrushed the model's photo for the magazine.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to paint (sth.) using an airbrush He airbrushed the helmet.
((sth.)) to alter (a photograph) to hide imperfections They airbrushed the wrinkles from her face.
Similar Words
Synonyms: retouch, alter, touch up, enhance
Etymology
A combination of 'air' and 'brush'. It refers to a brush that uses compressed air.
Memory Tips
Imagine using a 'brush' of 'air' to spray paint and cover up small mistakes, both literally and figuratively.