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overpaint

verb · 5 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • rhymes with -eɪnt

1

verb

Meaning 1

To color or describe too strongly.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • OK, you've painted me a picture well enough; you don't need to overpaint it.

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2

verb

Meaning 2

To apply the final layers of paint over underpainting.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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3

verb

Meaning 3

To paint over (something).

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • This antique chair's inlays have been overpainted, but we can restore its finish.

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Broader terms: overcoat

4

verb

Meaning 4

To paint too much: with too thick a coating of paint.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • This antique chair has been overpainted to the point that you can't discern the carved details.

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5

verb

Meaning 5

To erase by drawing graphics over the top.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: computer-graphics, computing, engineering, mathematics, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, sciences

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History

Etymology

From over- + paint.