spray paint

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noun

: paint that is sprayed onto a surface from a hand-held can
a can of spray paint

spray-paint

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verb

spray-painted; spray-painting; spray-paints
: to paint (something) with paint that is sprayed from a can or sprayer

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Noun
The spray paint brand Krylon put together a palette of six shades that represent Summer 2026. Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 June 2026 Black spray paint was reported on the west side of a traffic control box located at the gas station on the southwest corner of the intersection. Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 27 May 2026
Verb
Rhaenyra is suddenly dealing with internal criticism, possible rebellions, subjects spray-painting nasty stuff on the walls and self-doubt. Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 29 May 2026 Take a peek at Honest Abe’s former abode, walk one of the country’s most impressive Art Deco districts, take part in a hands-on art installation spray-painting Cadillacs in the middle of a field, and more. Amelia Mularz, Architectural Digest, 14 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for spray paint

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“Spray paint.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/spray%20paint. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.

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