What are stencils?

The Definition for Stencils

sten·cil

ˈstensəl/

noun

noun: stencil; plural noun: stencils

1. 1.

   a thin sheet of cardboard, plastic, or metal with a pattern or letters cut out of it, used to produce the cut design on the surface below by the application of ink or paint through the holes.

   • a design produced by a stencil.

     "a floral stencil around the top of the room"