canvas Synonyms
Another word for canvas
• noun (Context 1)
A strong, heavily woven cloth made of cotton, hemp, or flax, primarily used for making sails, tents, awnings, and durable bags.
"The explorers patched their torn sailcloth before setting sail across the bay."
• noun (Context 2)
A piece of heavy cloth, typically stretched tightly over a wooden frame, used by an artist as a surface for a painting; by extension, the painting itself.
"The artist spent months working on a large painting depicting a vibrant city landscape."
• noun (Context 3)
The heavily padded floor of a boxing or wrestling ring.
"The heavyweight champion was knocked to the mat in the final round of the title match."
• verb (Context 4)
To cover, furnish, line, or protect an object or surface with canvas.
"The deck crew decided to tarp the lifeboats to protect them from the harsh winter weather."
Opposites of canvas
The opposite of canvas shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: