Definition: a substance used as a coating to protect or decorate a surface (especially a mixture of pigment suspended in a liquid); dries to form a hard coating
Usage: artists use `paint' and `pigment' interchangeably
Definition: a thin layer covering something
Usage: a second coat of paint
Similar words: color, coloring material, colour, colouring material
Definition: any material used for its color
Usage: she used a different color for the trim
Synonyms: rouge, blusher, paint
Definition: makeup consisting of a pink or red powder applied to the cheeks
Similar words: make-up, makeup, war paint
Definition: cosmetics applied to the face to improve or change your appearance
Definition: (basketball) a space (including the foul line) in front of the basket at each end of a basketball court; usually painted a different color from the rest of the court
Usage: he hit a jump shot from the top of the key; he dominates play in the paint
Similar words: space
Definition: an area reserved for some particular purpose
Usage: the laboratory's floor space
Synonyms: paint
Definition: apply paint to; coat with paint
Usage: We painted the rooms yellow
Definition: put a coat on; cover the surface of; furnish with a surface
Usage: coat the cake with chocolate
Synonyms: paint
Definition: apply a liquid to; e.g., paint the gutters with linseed oil
Similar words: cover
Definition: provide with a covering or cause to be covered
Usage: cover her face with a handkerchief; cover the child with a blanket; cover the grave with flowers
Synonyms: paint
Definition: make a painting of
Usage: He painted his mistress many times
Similar words: represent, interpret
Definition: create an image or likeness of
Usage: The painter represented his wife as a young girl
Synonyms: paint
Definition: make a painting
Usage: he painted all day in the garden; He painted a painting of the garden
Similar words: create
Definition: pursue a creative activity; be engaged in a creative activity
Usage: Don't disturb him--he is creating