Decollage is a French term that means "uncovering" or "taking off." It refers to a technique used in art or design where layers of paper or other materials are removed to reveal hidden layers or designs beneath. There are several synonyms for this word, including "uncovering," "peeling," "stripping," "exposing," "laying bare," and "unveiling." These words all convey the sense of revealing something that was previously hidden or covered up, and they can be used interchangeably with decollage in the context of artistic or design processes. Other related terms include "collage," "assemblage," and "mixed media," which refer to alternative methods of combining different materials and textures to create new works of art.