air·brush
ˈer-ˌbrəsh 
: an atomizer for applying by compressed air a fine spray (as of paint or liquid color)
airbrushed; airbrushing; airbrushes
: to paint, treat, or alter (as to conceal imperfections) with or as if with an airbrush
airbrush a photograph
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Verb
That photograph must have been airbrushed.
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Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 17 Mar. 2025
There will also be photo or selfie opportunities, airbrush tattoos, and a bar for making friendship bracelets from The Bead Shop.
—Robin Raven, Forbes, 23 Oct. 2024
Kara Nesvig, Allure, 3 Mar. 2025
Adding a touch of color to the dress, the Ralph Lauren team airbrushed the glass drops to create a pink ombré finish.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 2 Mar. 2025
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Noun
Below, shop the 11 best primers to blur, smooth, and airbrush away pores and imperfections.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 17 Mar. 2025
There will also be photo or selfie opportunities, airbrush tattoos, and a bar for making friendship bracelets from The Bead Shop.
—Robin Raven, Forbes, 23 Oct. 2024
Verb
Nail artist Juan Alvear applied Après Nail Gel-X Sculpted Stiletto Extensions to Lisa's nails, then used a combo of Après shades including Midnight Shadow as the base, French Black tips, and Cloud Nine, which was airbrushed on for that soft gradient look.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 3 Mar. 2025
Adding a touch of color to the dress, the Ralph Lauren team airbrushed the glass drops to create a pink ombré finish.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 2 Mar. 2025
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“Airbrush.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/airbrush. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.
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