painter
1[ peyn-ter ]
/ ˈpeɪn tər /
noun
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Origin of painter
1Definition for painter (2 of 3)
painter2
[ peyn-ter ]
/ ˈpeɪn tər /
noun
a rope, usually at the bow, for fastening a boat to a ship, stake, etc.
Definition for painter (3 of 3)
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painter1
/ (ˈpeɪntə) /
noun
a person who paints surfaces as a trade
an artist who paints pictures
British Dictionary definitions for painter (2 of 2)
painter2
/ (ˈpeɪntə) /
noun
a line attached to the bow of a boat for tying it up
Word Origin for painter
C15: probably from Old French penteur strong rope
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