sand painting
Americannoun
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the ceremonial practice among Navaho and Pueblo Indians of creating symbolic designs on a flat surface with varicolored sand.
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the designs so made.
noun
Etymology
Origin of sand painting
An Americanism dating back to 1895–1900
Example Sentences
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There is the concert, which includes an elaborate onstage sand painting, and a quote proffered from one of the Brontes.
From Salon • Jul. 25, 2017
He returns to the White House one day to find the monks and their sand painting gone.
From New York Times • Mar. 2, 2015
On Sunday, from 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., the monks will present a number of cultural events, including sacred chants, dances and sand painting.
From Washington Post • Feb. 23, 2014
Seattle Center hosts a Mexican celebration remembering the departed, with traditional sand painting, art exhibit, music and dance performances, short films, food, craft activities and altars dedicated to loved ones, noon-8 p.m.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 19, 2011
When done, the sand painting glowed, making it easier to separate Darkness from the night shadows.
From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young
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