[ˈskʌmbəl], (Verb)

Definitions:
- modify (a painting or colour) by applying a very thin coat of opaque paint to give a softer or duller effect
(e.g: the area surrounding the main figures will be scumbled)


Phrases:

Origin:
late 17th century (as a verb): perhaps a frequentative of the verb scum

[ˈskʌmbəl], (Noun)

Definitions:
- a thin, opaque coat of paint or layer of shading applied to give a softer or duller effect


Phrases:

Origin:
late 17th century (as a verb): perhaps a frequentative of the verb scum