English Word · Intermediate
woodblock
A woodcut
Pronunciation: say woodblock
Meaning
A relief print made from a block of wood.
Example
In 1569 Choe Bu’s grandson, Yu Hi-chun, published the book in a woodblock edition at Jeongju, Pyeongan Province.
In 1569 Choe Bu’s grandson, Yu Hi-chun, published the book in a woodblock edition at Jeongju, Pyeongan Province.
Practice tips
- Practice woodblock out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.