painting

US /ˈpentɪŋ/

UK /ˈpeɪntɪŋ/

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noun

  • A picture made with paint

verb

  • To make a picture or art with colored liquids
  • To describe as
  • To apply a color, oil or sealant with a brush
  • Applying paint to something.
  • Describing something in a vivid and detailed way.

other

  • The activity or skill of creating pictures using paint.
  • The work of applying paint to decorate or protect a surface.
  • The act of applying paint to a surface.

other

  • A picture made with paint.

Examples

I'll do some painting this afternoon.

The firm specializes in painting and decorating.