1
: of, relating to, or resembling a wall
2
: applied to and made integral with a wall or ceiling surface
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Sierra Knoch, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 June 2025
In addition to mural painting, families can enjoy face painting for kids by Becky Blaine, along with free coffee and doughnuts, organizers said.
—Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 6 May 2025
Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 3 June 2025
From 1980 to 1991, Mahlangu worked at the museum, painting murals and demonstrating the traditions and daily chores of the Ndebele.
—Percy Zvomuya, Artforum, 1 June 2025
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Adjective
The initiative evolved into a mural project, which had residents and visitors tour various murals throughout the neighborhood.
—Sierra Knoch, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 June 2025
In addition to mural painting, families can enjoy face painting for kids by Becky Blaine, along with free coffee and doughnuts, organizers said.
—Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 6 May 2025
Noun
Batts detailed how the park and its murals — which honor the Negro Baseball League and figures like Robinson and Miñoso — serve not just as artistic tributes, but as vital educational tools and points of pride.
—Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 3 June 2025
From 1980 to 1991, Mahlangu worked at the museum, painting murals and demonstrating the traditions and daily chores of the Ndebele.
—Percy Zvomuya, Artforum, 1 June 2025
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“Mural.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mural. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
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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
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