Matte Meaning
/mæt/Definition, CEFR level B1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounA decorative border around a picture used to inset and center the contents of a frame.
nounA background, often painted or created with computers
Sentence Examples
I prefer a matte finish for the photos in the album.
The car was painted in a stylish shade of matte black.
She painted the bedroom walls with a matte finish.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The artist painted the wall with a ____ finish that did not reflect any light.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
She preferred a ____ finish for the walls of her bedroom because it didn't reflect the light.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree French matbor. English matte Borrowed from French mat.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The artist painted the wall with a ____ finish that did not reflect any light.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
She preferred a ____ finish for the walls of her bedroom because it didn't reflect the light.