spray paint

1 of 2

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

Examples of spray paint in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

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

Sweeney says beginners should start with a trusty can of spray paint, an orbital sander and some cheap hardware. —Luke Chinman, PEOPLE, 22 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

Rhymes for spray paint

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