Painting Definition & Meaning
painting
- noun
- graphic art consisting of an artistic composition made by applying paints to a surface; "a small painting by Picasso"; "he bought the painting as an investment"; "his pictures hang in the Louvre"
- creating a picture with paints; "he studied painting and sculpture for many years"
- the act of applying paint to a surface; "you can finish the job of painting faster with a roller than with a brush"
- the occupation of a house painter; "house painting was the only craft he knew"
"Painting" in song lyrics
See how painting is used in real songs:
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"False picture painting"
Atoms Family — Small Violins -
"poetry, singing, writing, and drawing and painting"
Blackalicious f/ Lateef The Truth Speaker and Pigeon John — Side to Side -
"and grab the cash in your safe behind the oil painting"
Ill Bill & DJ Muggs f/ Q-Unique — Giants Stadium
Words that rhyme with painting
Usage tips for "painting"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "painting" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for painting to find words that pair well.
Use "painting" in a verse
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- What does painting mean?
- graphic art consisting of an artistic composition made by applying paints to a surface; "a small painting by Picasso"; "he bought the painting as an investment"; "his pictures hang in the Louvre" creating a picture with paints; "he studied painting and sculpture for many years" the act of applying paint to a surface; "you can finish the job of painting faster with a roller than with a brush" the occupation of a house painter; "house painting was the only craft he knew"
- What part of speech is painting?
- Painting is a noun.
- How many definitions does painting have?
- Painting has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).