foil (v)

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type v
lex_filenum 42
def enhance by contrast
examples In this picture, the figures are foiled against the background
Frame - 8 Somebody ----s something
Frame - 11 Something ----s something
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Hypernym contrast, counterpoint
Derivationally related form foil → foil
Incoming links
Derivationally related form foil → foil
Hyponym contrast, counterpoint

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