painter
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1paint·er

noun \ˈpān-tər\

Definition of PAINTER

: one that paints: as
a : an artist who paints
b : one who applies paint especially as an occupation

First Known Use of PAINTER

14th century

2pain·ter

noun \ˈpān-tər\

Definition of PAINTER

: a line used for securing or towing a boat

Origin of PAINTER

Middle English paynter, probably from Middle French dialect (Normandy) pentoir, penteur clothesline, from pendre to hang — more at pendant
First Known Use: 14th century

3pain·ter

noun

Definition of PAINTER

: cougar 1

Origin of PAINTER

alteration of panther
First Known Use: circa 1764

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