mural

1 of 2

adjective

mu·​ral ˈmyu̇r-əl 

1

: of, relating to, or resembling a wall

2

: applied to and made integral with a wall or ceiling surface

mural

2 of 2

noun

: a mural work of art (such as a painting)

muralist

ˈmyu̇r-ə-list 

noun

Examples of mural in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

The Beltline's walls become canvases this weekend as pioneers of the city's style writing, graffiti and mural communities and newer talents showcase their art from start to finish. —Thomas Wheatley, Axios, 28 Oct. 2024

People are welcome to stop by the mural sites and watch as artists paint. —Killian Baarlaer, The Courier-Journal, 13 Sep. 2024

Noun

The mural features a Black man raising his fist—a universal symbol of strength, resistance, and solidarity. —Shelby Stewart, Essence, 24 Oct. 2024

The inaugural Buffalo Bayou Mural Festival takes place this weekend, featuring 20 artists who will create vibrant murals along Canal Street. —Shafaq Patel, Axios, 18 Oct. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

Latin muralis, from murus wall — more at munition

First Known Use

Adjective

1561, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Noun

1908, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

mural

1 of 2 adjective

mu·​ral ˈmyu̇r-əl 

1

: of or relating to a wall

2

: applied to and made part of a wall surface

a mural painting

mural

2 of 2 noun

: a mural work of art

Medical Definition

mural

adjective

mu·​ral ˈmyu̇r-əl 

: attached to and limited to a wall or a cavity

a mural thrombus

mural abscesses