Looking for the meaning of the word MATT in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of MATT with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Matt
Speech Type: Adjective
Etymology:
early 17th century (as a verb): from French mat
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
mat
Dialects: British English
Definition:
(of a colour, paint, or surface) dull and flat; without a shine
Short Definition:not shiny
Examples:- prints are available on matt or glossy paper
- a matt black
Variant Forms:
- matte
Word: Matt
Speech Type: Noun
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
mat
Dialects: British English
Definition:
a matt paint or finish
Short Definition:matt paint
Examples:- the varnishes are available in gloss, satin, and matt
Definition:
a sheet of cardboard placed on the back of a picture, either as a mount or to form a border
Short Definition:border for picture
Examples:- try mounting prints against a deep matt or ground of the same background colour
Variant Forms:
- matte
Word: Matt
Speech Type: Verb
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
mat
Dialects: British English
Definition:
give a matt appearance to (something)
Short Definition:make dull
Examples:- its bright fresh surface was soon matted with dust and insects
Variant Forms:
- matte
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