<p><strong>Noun</strong></p><ul><li>The distribution of light and shade in a picture.</li><li>Painting: The use of deep variations in and subtle gradations of light and shade, especially to enhance the delineation of character and for general dramatic effect: Rembrandt is a master of chiaroscuro.</li><li>A woodcut print in which the colors are produced by the use of different blocks with different colors.</li><li>A sketch in light and shade.</li></ul>