1. a technique in art of creating tones and textures by using small dots or short strokes
Usage: art technique
2. a textured surface created by applying small dots or rough patterns

Examples

• The artist used stippling to create shadows in the portrait.
• She learned the stippling technique in her drawing class.
• The stippling on the ceiling helped hide imperfections.
• His pen and ink drawing featured detailed stippling work.
• The wall had a stippling texture that caught the light beautifully.
• Stippling requires patience and a steady hand.
• The stippling effect gave the illustration depth and dimension.