Paint

/peɪnt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

a colored substance that is spread over a surface to give it color, protection, or texture.

The artist chose oil paint for its rich texture.

the act or process of applying paint.

The paint on the walls was still wet after the last coat.

verb

to apply a colored substance to a surface using a brush, roller, or other implement.

She decided to paint the living room a bright yellow.

to create a picture or design by applying pigments to a surface.

He loves to paint landscapes in his free time.

Middle English 'peynt', derived from Old French 'peindre', based on Latin 'pingere' which means 'to paint'.

paint the town red

To go out and have a lively, fun time.

on the same page

In agreement or having a shared understanding.

all that glitters is not gold

Not everything that looks valuable or attractive is genuine.

brush

A tool used for applying paint.

canvas

A surface on which a painting is created.

palette

A board used by artists to mix paints.

To paint a picture in someone's mind.

She painted a vivid picture of her vacation in the tropics.

To apply makeup.

She took an hour to paint her face before the party.