house painter
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of house painter
First recorded in 1680–90
Example Sentences
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After immigrating to Australia from the Basque Country, a region that straddles the border between France and Spain, the working-class house painter took roughly 13 years to build the family’s home.
From The Wall Street Journal • Sep. 30, 2025
Born Sidney Liebowitz in New York City’s borough of Brooklyn, Lawrence was the son of a Jewish cantor who worked as a house painter.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 7, 2024
Which famous artwork was stolen in 1911 by an Italian house painter named Vincenzo Peruggia?
From Slate • Feb. 6, 2024
Shaun Winter, a team supporter and third-generation house painter, opens up about his separation, the love for his children and his passion for the team.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 20, 2023
“I’m a house painter, a decorator,” said Mr. Popper.
From "Mr. Popper's Penguins" by Florence Atwater and Richard Atwater
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