1. to make small changes or improvements to something, especially a photograph or painting

1. a small change or improvement made to something, especially a photograph or painting

Examples

• The photographer will retouch the portrait to remove blemishes.
• She decided to retouch the painting by adding more detail to the background.
• The magazine cover required extensive digital retouching.
• He learned how to retouch old family photos using computer software.
• The artist made a few retouches to perfect the final piece.
• Professional retouching can make photos look more polished.
• The photo needed only minor retouches before printing.