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Vocabulary Entry
scrim
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A type of fabric, often made of cotton or a blend, used for curtains or as a lightweight screen.
Example Sentences
"The theater used a scrim to create special effects during the play."
"She chose a scrim fabric for her living room curtains to let in natural light."
"The artist painted a scene on the scrim for the backdrop of the performance."
V
verb
To cover or obscure something with a thin material (like a scrim).
Example Sentences
"They scrim the windows to diffuse the harsh sunlight."
"The cinematographer decided to scrim the lights for a softer look."
"During the rehearsal, they scrimmed the stage to keep the set hidden from the audience."