Brushstroke

Pronunciation: /ˈbɹəʃˈstɹoʊk/

Brushstroke (noun)

  1. A single visible mark made by moving a brush across a surface while painting.
  2. A short, noticeable movement or mark that looks like a brush made it.

Examples

  • The artist added a brushstroke to the wall painting.
  • She noticed each brushstroke in the close-up photo.