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paint

[peɪnt]

paint Definition

  • 1a colored substance that is spread over a surface and dries to leave a thin decorative or protective coating
  • 2a substance used as a coating to protect or decorate a surface

Using paint: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "paint" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I need to buy some paint for the living room walls.

  • Example

    The artist used a variety of paints to create the portrait.

  • Example

    The car's paint was scratched in the accident.

  • Example

    The house needs a fresh coat of paint.

paint Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for paint

Phrases with paint

  • to go out and celebrate in an extravagant manner

    Example

    After the final exams, we decided to paint the town red.

  • a phrase used to describe something that is extremely boring or tedious

    Example

    Sitting through that lecture was like watching paint dry.

  • to get oneself into a difficult situation from which it is hard to escape

    Example

    By lying to his boss, he painted himself into a corner and had to confess.

Origins of paint

from Old French 'peint', past participle of 'peindre', meaning 'to paint'

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Summary: paint in Brief

The term 'paint' [peɪnt] refers to a colored substance that is spread over a surface to create a decorative or protective coating. It can be used to protect or decorate surfaces, such as walls, cars, or furniture. The phrase 'paint the town red' means to go out and celebrate in an extravagant manner, while 'watching paint dry' describes something that is extremely boring or tedious. 'Paint oneself into a corner' means to get oneself into a difficult situation from which it is hard to escape.

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