Warpaint
noun
Colorful substances applied to the face and body, especially by soldiers or indigenous people, often as a form of decoration or as part of a cultural tradition.
The warriors adorned their faces with warpaint before the battle.
Often appears as...
- military rituals
- cultural ceremonies
Usage tips
Neutral
cultural significance, ritual use, traditional decoration
noun
Colorful substances applied to the face and body, especially by soldiers or indigenous people, often as a form of decoration or as part of a cultural tradition.
The warriors adorned their faces with warpaint before the battle.
Often appears as...
- military rituals
- cultural ceremonies
Usage tips
Neutral
cultural significance, ritual use, traditional decoration
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Context
Understanding how warpaint varies across cultures helps appreciate its significance.
Different tribes use different colors and designs in warpaint.
Pro Tip 2/3Ritual Importance
Warpaint usually accompanies ceremonies and has deep cultural roots.
Some use warpaint to communicate tribal identity.
Pro Tip 3/3Metaphorical Usage
In modern languages, warpaint can refer to makeup or attire worn before competitions or performances.
Athletes often wear bright colors as their own form of warpaint.
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Context
Understanding how warpaint varies across cultures helps appreciate its significance.
Different tribes use different colors and designs in warpaint.
Pro Tip 2/3Ritual Importance
Warpaint usually accompanies ceremonies and has deep cultural roots.
Some use warpaint to communicate tribal identity.
Pro Tip 3/3Metaphorical Usage
In modern languages, warpaint can refer to makeup or attire worn before competitions or performances.
Athletes often wear bright colors as their own form of warpaint.
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Context
Understanding how warpaint varies across cultures helps appreciate its significance.
Different tribes use different colors and designs in warpaint.
Pro Tip 2/3Ritual Importance
Warpaint usually accompanies ceremonies and has deep cultural roots.
Some use warpaint to communicate tribal identity.
Pro Tip 3/3Metaphorical Usage
In modern languages, warpaint can refer to makeup or attire worn before competitions or performances.
Athletes often wear bright colors as their own form of warpaint.
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