decoupage

American  

[dey-koo-pahzh] / ˌdeɪ kuˈpɑʒ /

noun

1. the art or technique of decorating something with cut-outs of paper, linoleum, plastic, or other flat material over which varnish or lacquer is applied.

2. work produced by the art or technique of decoupage.

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verb (used with object)

decoupaged, decoupaging

1. to decorate by decoupage.

   walls decoupaged with photographs of movie stars.

2. to apply or use as decoupage or by decoupage technique.

   Let's decoupage these maps onto the tabletops.

decoupage British  

/ ˌdeɪkuːˈpɑːʒ /

noun

1. the art or process of decorating a surface with shapes or illustrations cut from paper, card, etc

2. anything produced by this technique

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Etymology

Origin of decoupage

1955–60; < French découpage a cutting out, equivalent to Middle French decoup ( er ) to cut out ( de- de- + couper to cut; coupé, coup ¹ ) + -age -age

Example Sentences

Or decoupage paper treasures onto the base of a serving tray, adding a coating of sealant.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 30, 2022

It also includes bonus lessons and arrives fortified with zippy decoupage graphics, plus more historical footage and inspirational oomph.

From Washington Post • Dec. 21, 2021

She loved to make flower arrangements, do decoupage and play the piano, Gregory said.

From Washington Times • Nov. 28, 2020

Entering the store, shoppers will be greeted by a three-tiered table featuring Derian’s decoupage designs and artist Livia Cetti’s paper flowers; custom cabinetry showcasing Astier de Villatte ceramics will line the room.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 13, 2018

That nickname stuck quicker than a coat of fast-drying decoupage.

From "Hope Springs" by Jaime Berry