Vocabulary Entry

canvas

|noun • verb

noun

A sturdy fabric used for making tents, sails, backpacks, and in painting.

Example Sentences

"The artist stretched a canvas across the frame before starting her painting."

"He bought some new canvas material to sew a bag for his hiking trip."

"The tent was made of heavy-duty canvas to withstand the harsh weather."

verb

Example Sentences

"They canvassed the entire area to collect signatures for the petition."

"The contractor will canvas the furniture to protect it while painting."

"After the storm, they had to canvas the boat to keep it safe from the rain."