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painter2

Pronunciation: /ˈpeɪntə/
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Definition of painter

noun

  • a rope attached to the bow of a boat for tying it to a quay.

Origin:

Middle English: of uncertain origin; compare with Old French pentoir 'something from which to hang things'

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