Definition of painting

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  • painting is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 11
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Definition of painting

  • graphic art consisting of an artistic composition made by applying paints to a surface (noun)

    Examples

    1. a small painting by Picasso
    2. he bought the painting as an investment

    Synonyms

    1. picture
  • the occupation of a house painter (noun)

    Examples

    1. house painting was the only craft he knew

    Synonyms

    1. house painting
  • creating a picture with paints (noun)

    Examples

    1. he studied painting and sculpture for many years
  • the act of applying paint to a surface (noun)

    Examples

    1. you can finish the job of painting faster with a roller than with a brush

See definition of painting in Merriam Webster