painter
Pronunciation: /ˈpeɪntə/
The English word “painter” has 5 meanings listed here.
noun
- An artist who paints pictures.
- A laborer or workman who paints surfaces using a paintbrush or other means.
- A chain or rope used to attach the shank of an anchor to the side of a ship when not in use.
- A rope that is attached to the bow of a dinghy, or other small boat, and used for tying up or towing.
- A mountain lion.
Etymology
Inherited from Middle English peyntour, from Old French peintor, equivalent to paint + -er.
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