What is "demitint"

Demitint \Dem"i*tint`\, n. (Fine Arts)

1. That part of a painting, engraving, or the like, which is neither in full darkness nor full light.

2. The shade itself; neither the darkest nor the lightest in a composition. Also called half tint.

n. 1 (context arts English) That part of a painting, engraving, etc. which is neither in full darkness nor full light. 2 (context arts English) The shade itself; neither the darkest nor the lightest in a composition.