English dictionary
paint
/p/eI/nt/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a substance used as a coating to protect or decorate a surface (especially a mixture of pigment suspended in a liquid); dries to form a hard coating
ExamplesArtists use `paint' and `pigment' interchangeably.
Synonyms pigmentSource: WordNet 3.0
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(basketball) a space (including the foul line) in front of the basket at each end of a basketball court; usually painted a different color from the rest of the court
ExamplesHe dominates play in the paint.
Synonyms keySource: WordNet 3.0
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makeup consisting of a pink or red powder applied to the cheeks
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A pigment or coloring substance.
Source: webster1913
verb
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make a painting
ExamplesHe painted all day in the garden.
He painted a painting of the garden.
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apply paint to; coat with paint
ExamplesWe painted the rooms yellow.
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make a painting of
ExamplesHe painted his mistress many times.
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apply a liquid to; e.g., paint the gutters with linseed oil
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To cover with coloring matter; to apply paint to; as, to <i>paint</i> a house, a signboard, etc.
Source: webster1913
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To practice the art of painting; as, the artist <i>paints</i> well.
Source: webster1913