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painter's brush

[ ˈpeɪn.tərz brʌʃ ]

Noun

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art

A small hand tool with a long handle and a brush at the end, used for applying paint or varnish.

Synonyms

art brush, paintbrush, painting tool.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
painter's brush	Often used when referring to a brush that belongs to or is used by a painter. It implies a more personal or professional touch. The painter's brush lay on the table, covered in vibrant colors. She picked up the painter's brush and began to create her masterpiece.
paintbrush	A general term for any brush used to apply paint, whether for art, home decorating, or other purposes. It is the most commonly used term. She dipped the paintbrush into the blue paint and started painting. They bought new paintbrushes for the home renovation project.
art brush	Usually refers to a brush used specifically for creating art. It can be used in a broader sense to cover various types of art mediums. The artist selected a fine art brush for the detailed work. He packed his art brushes carefully before leaving for the workshop.
painting tool	A more generic term that could refer to any tool used in the process of painting, not just brushes. It includes rollers, palette knives, and more. Make sure to clean all your painting tools after use. She had a wide array of painting tools in her studio.

Examples of usage

The artist dipped the painter's brush into the paint.
She carefully selected a new painter's brush for her next masterpiece.

Translations

Translations of the word "painter's brush" in other languages:

🇵🇹 pincel de pintor

🇮🇳 चित्रकार का ब्रश

🇩🇪 Malerpinsel

🇮🇩 kuas pelukis

🇺🇦 пензель художника

🇵🇱 pędzel malarski

🇯🇵 画家のブラシ

🇫🇷 pinceau de peintre

🇪🇸 pincel de pintor

🇹🇷 ressam fırçası

🇰🇷 화가의 붓

🇸🇦 فرشاة الرسام

🇨🇿 štětec malíře

🇸🇰 štetec maliara

🇨🇳 画家的刷子

🇸🇮 slikarjeva krtača

🇮🇸 málara bursti

🇰🇿 суретшінің қылқаламы

🇬🇪 მხატვრის ფუნჯი

🇦🇿 rəssam fırçası

🇲🇽 pincel del pintor

Etymology

The term 'painter's brush' originated from the combination of 'painter', referring to someone who creates art using colors, and 'brush', a tool with bristles used for applying paint. The use of brushes in art dates back to ancient civilizations, where artists used various materials such as animal hair or plant fibers to create their masterpieces. Over time, the design and materials of painter's brushes have evolved, leading to the diverse range of brushes available today for different painting techniques and styles.