painter
|paint-er|
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/ˈpeɪntər/
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/ˈpeɪntə/
one who paints
Etymology
Etymology Information
'painter' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'peintour', where 'peint-' meant 'to paint'.
Historical Evolution
'peintour' transformed into the modern English word 'painter'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'one who paints', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who paints, especially as a job or hobby.
The painter captured the beauty of the landscape.
Synonyms
Noun 2
a worker who applies paint to buildings, walls, or other surfaces.
The painter finished painting the house in two days.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35