paint out
The phrase "paint out" is often used in artistic contexts to describe the act of covering or removing parts of a surface with paint.
Definition
B2Art
(technical)To cover or remove a part of a surface by applying paint over it.
Example
- She decided to paint out the old logo on the wall.
- The artist painted out the mistake and started again.
C1Figurative
(figurative)To describe something in a way that alters its original meaning.
Example
- The article painted out the event as a disaster, even though it wasn't.
B2Outdoor Art Event
(informal)An event where artists gather outdoors to create paintings from life.
Example
- The community organized a paint out at the local park.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "paint out":
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