maroufler

Senses

1. 1.

   to paste; to glue down

   to attach paper, canvas, or fabric to a surface using adhesive

2. 2.

   to mount (a picture or artwork)

   to fix or secure artwork onto backing or a wall

Examples

• "L'artisan a marouflé la toile sur le panneau de bois."

  The craftsman glued the canvas down onto the wooden panel.

• "Le restaurateur doit maroufler les fragments de papier avec soin."

  The restorer must carefully paste down the paper fragments.

• "Cette affiche a été marouflée sur le mur il y a plusieurs années."

  This poster was mounted on the wall several years ago.

Usage

Maroufler is a specialized technical term used primarily in art, conservation, and restoration contexts. It refers to the practice of adhering flexible materials (canvas, paper, cloth) to rigid supports using adhesive. The noun form is "marouflage." This verb is not commonly used in everyday speech.