Vocabulary Entry

limn

|verb • noun

verb

To depict or describe in words or art; to outline or sketch.

Example Sentences

"The artist will limn the landscape before painting it."

"In her poem, she limns the beauty of nature."

"He tends to limn his thoughts in vivid detail when writing."

noun

Example Sentences

"The limn of the mountain range was captured beautifully in the mural."

"In his book, the limn of city life is both vibrant and poignant."

"The author’s use of limn adds depth to her storytelling."