stencil Synonyms
Another word for stencil
• noun (Context 1)
A thin sheet of material (such as plastic, cardboard, or metal) with a pattern or letters cut out of it, used to transfer the design onto an underlying surface by applying ink or paint through the openings.
"She used a plastic template to easily paint perfect stars onto the bedroom ceiling."
• verb (Context 2)
To produce a design, pattern, or lettering on a surface by applying pigment through a cut-out template.
"Volunteers stenciled the charity's logo onto hundreds of canvas tote bags before the event."
• noun (Context 3)
A design, pattern, or decoration produced by using a cut-out template.
"The artist applied a large floral pattern to the side of the brick building."
• verb (Context 4)
To mark or decorate a surface with a patterned template.
"They decided to pattern the wooden floor instead of laying down a traditional rug."