Pronunciation

/ˈiːzəl/ 🔊

Part of Speech

Noun

Definition

An easel is a frame or stand used for supporting or displaying an artist’s canvas or painting while it is being worked on, or for displaying finished artwork.

Synonyms

Artist’s stand, painting stand, canvas holder

Antonyms

N/A

Examples

1. “The artist set up her easel in the park to paint the landscape.”

2. “The art gallery displayed various paintings on easels throughout the room.”

Additional Information

Easels come in various sizes and designs, including tripod easels, H-frame easels, and tabletop easels, to accommodate different painting styles and preferences.