Meaning of the word retouch in English

What does retouch mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

retouch

US /ˌriːˈtʌtʃ/
UK /ˌriːˈtʌtʃ/

Verb

to improve a photograph or picture by making small changes or additions

Example:
The photographer decided to retouch the portrait to remove some blemishes.
She spent hours trying to retouch the old family photo.

Noun

a small improvement or alteration made to a picture or photograph

Example:
The magazine cover received a final retouch before printing.
The artist added a subtle retouch to brighten the colors.