canvas
0 antonyms and opposites of canvas, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A heavy, coarse woven fabric traditionally made from hemp or cotton, used for sails, tents, and painting surfaces.
How to use canvas
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old Northern French canevas, ultimately from Latin cannabis, "hemp." A doublet of "cannabis."
Full origin of canvas →Frequently asked questions
What does “canvas” mean?
The word “canvas” means a heavy, coarse woven fabric traditionally made from hemp or cotton, used for sails, tents, and painting surfaces. In plain terms, sturdy woven cloth, especially the kind used for tents, sails, or paintings.
How do you pronounce “canvas”?
“Canvas” is pronounced KAN-vuhs (/ˈkænvəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “canvas” in a sentence?
Here is “canvas” used in a sentence: “The artist stretched a fresh canvas before starting the portrait.”
What part of speech is “canvas”?
Depending on how it is used, “canvas” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “canvas” come from?
The word “canvas” comes from Latin. From Old Northern French canevas, ultimately from Latin cannabis, "hemp." A doublet of "cannabis.".
Is “canvas” a common word?
“Canvas” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “canvas” have?
“Canvas” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a heavy, coarse woven fabric traditionally made from hemp or cotton, used for sails, tents, and painting surfaces.
What is the difference between "canvas" and "canvass"?
"Canvas" with one s is a heavy woven fabric or a painting surface, as in "a canvas tent." "Canvass" with two s's is a verb meaning to seek votes, opinions, or support, as in "canvass the neighbourhood." They sound alike but are different words.
What is canvas fabric traditionally made from?
Canvas is a heavy, coarse woven fabric traditionally made from hemp or cotton. Its strength has long made it suitable for sails, tents, and painting surfaces.
What everyday items are made from canvas?
Because canvas is strong and hard-wearing, it is used for sails, tents, bags, and shoes, as well as the stretched surfaces artists paint on. Its durability makes it popular wherever a tough fabric is needed.