body art

noun
UK: /ˈbɒdi ɑːt/
US: /ˈbɑːdi ɑːrt/

  1. The practice of painting or making designs on someone's body.

    1. Some people like body art as a way to show off. [ ] [ ]
    2. She expresses herself through elaborate body art, often using vibrant colors and intricate patterns. [ ] [ ]

  2. The creation of a temporary or permanent design on the human body, including tattoos and piercings.

    1. My friend's body art is a small flower on her arm. [ ] [ ]
    2. The museum exhibited various forms of body art, exploring its cultural significance and artistic expression throughout history. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

scarification piercing

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "body art" in English means: The practice of painting or making designs on someone's body., The creation of a temporary or permanent design on the human body, including tattoos and piercings..

The phonetic transcription of "body art" is /ˈbɒdi ɑːt/ in British English and /ˈbɑːdi ɑːrt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "body art": scarification, piercing.

Example usage of "body art": "Some people like body art as a way to show off.". More examples on the page.