oil paint
noun
oil paints
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pluralof oil paint.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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He ditched his British oil paints in favour of bright, Californian acrylics but retained his Bradford accent - which the Americans adored.
From BBC ● Jun. 12, 2026
I still love using modeling clay, I love mixing plaster of Paris, I love using oil paints, and the smells!
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 21, 2023
His first painting was thanks to a box of oil paints given to him by an American missionary who tried to adopt him; his father refused the offer.
From New York Times ● Mar. 23, 2023
Mr. Pelletier has maintained a clear disciplinary record, has thrived as an artist working with oil paints on canvas, and has taken several courses to perfect his skill while incarcerated.
From Washington Times ● Jan. 20, 2021
The reds and blues were as bright as oil paints.
From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen
