batik

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A wax-resist method of dyeing fabric.
verb
  1. To dye fabric using the wax-resist method.

Pronunciation

/bəˈtiːk/ en-us-batik.ogg

Word forms

batik batiks batiking batiked

Etymology

From Javanese bathik.

Derived words

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