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Paint

UK /["/peɪnt/"]/US /["/peɪnt/"]/

Definition

a liquid that is put on surfaces to give them a particular colour; a layer of this liquid when it has dried on a surface

In simple words: A color liquid used to create art or cover surfaces.

Examples

  • I need to buy some paint to finish my art project.
  • The walls are covered in bright green paint.
  • She loves to use watercolors as her paint medium.
  • The artist mixed different colors to create the perfect paint.
  • Please don't touch the paint until it dries completely.

Usage notes

Use 'paint' when referring to applying color to surfaces or creating artwork. Avoid using in overly technical contexts or when discussing specific types of paint, unless specified.

Grammar pattern

paint + object

Memory hint

Think of 'paint' as 'a color that taints' the surface.

Collocations

  • thick
  • thin
  • fresh
  • blob
  • speck
  • splash
  • apply
  • put on
  • spray
  • dry
  • chip
  • flake
  • colour/​color
  • finish
  • brush
  • thick
  • thin
  • fresh
  • blob
  • speck
  • splash
  • apply
  • put on
  • spray
  • dry
  • chip
  • flake
  • colour/​color
  • finish
  • brush

Synonyms

  • color
  • pigment
  • dye
  • ink
  • stain

Antonyms

  • erase
  • remove

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'painter' referring to a person instead of the substance.
  • Using 'paint' as a noun without context, e.g., 'I like to paint.' is vague.
  • Overusing the term in non-artistic contexts, like saying 'I will paint my homework.'