GLOSSARY

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Alginate A substance extracted from seaweed that is used as a thickening agent.

Avatar A virtual depiction of a human figure, usually animated.

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Batik A resist-based dyeing technique where wax is applied to a fabric in order to delineate the design by creating a mask before dyeing. (See also Shibori.)

Bespoke A one-of-a-kind customized product; made to order.

Body scanner A device that is used to capture measurements digitally in order to create a highly accurate 3D model of an individual’s body.

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CIE (Commission Internationale de l’Eclairage) This international commission on illumination, was established to create objective standards for defining and communicating color.

CMYK A subtractive color model consisting of cyan, magenta, ...

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