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painting

n.
US //ˈpeɪntɪŋ// UK //pˈeɪntɪŋ// paint·ing
  1. 1 an artwork (n.)
    A1 Beginner Art

    a picture that someone has made using paint.

    a finished work of art created by applying pigment to a surface such as canvas, wood, or paper.

    Example

    There is a beautiful painting of a mountain hanging in the living room.

    Example

    The gallery recently acquired an oil painting from the seventeenth century, though the artist remains unidentified despite extensive research.

  2. 2 the activity or art form (n.)
    A2 Elementary Art

    the hobby or profession of making pictures with paint.

    the practice or profession of creating art using paint; also the general activity of applying paint to a surface.

    Example

    She enjoys painting in her free time because it helps her relax.

    Example

    While some students prefer sculpture, others find that painting allows for a more nuanced exploration of light and shadow.

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  1. 3 decorating a surface (n.)
    B1 Intermediate

    the work of putting paint on things like walls, doors, or furniture.

    the act of applying a coat of paint to a structure or object for protection or decoration.

    Example

    The painting of the house took three days because the weather was so wet.

    Example

    The contract specifies that the exterior painting must be completed before the winter frost sets in to ensure the wood is properly sealed.

Origin

By surface analysis, paint + -ing.

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