easel
Translation
easel
Examples
The artist placed a new canvas on the easel.
The artist placed a new canvas on the easel.
Grammar Patterns
((on an easel)) on a frame for holding a picture The painting was set up on an easel.
Similar Words
Synonyms: stand, frame, support
Etymology
From Dutch 'ezel', meaning 'donkey', because it 'carries' the painting like a beast of burden.
Memory Tips
Picture an artist's studio with a painting on a three-legged stand. That's an easel. The word sounds a bit like 'easy sell'.