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Resprayed: meaning, definitions and examples

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resprayed

 

[ rɪˈspreɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

reapply paint

Resprayed refers to the action of applying a new coat of paint or spray finish to a surface, often to improve its appearance or protect it from damage. This term is frequently used in contexts involving vehicles, furniture, and other items that can benefit from a fresh appearance.

Synonyms

recoated, refinished, repainted

Examples of usage

  • The car was resprayed to get rid of the scratches.
  • She decided to have the furniture resprayed to match her new decor.
  • After years of wear, he resprayed the bike for a new look.

Translations

Translations of the word "resprayed" in other languages:

🇵🇹 repintado

🇮🇳 फिर से रंगा गया

🇩🇪 neu lackiert

🇮🇩 dilukis ulang

🇺🇦 перекрашений

🇵🇱 ponownie pomalowany

🇯🇵 再塗装された

🇫🇷 repeint

🇪🇸 repintado

🇹🇷 yeniden boyanmış

🇰🇷 다시 칠해진

🇸🇦 معاد رسمه

🇨🇿 znovu natřený

🇸🇰 znova natretý

🇨🇳 重新喷漆

🇸🇮 ponovno pobarvan

🇮🇸 endurrædd

🇰🇿 қайта боялған

🇬🇪 მחדש იქნა შეღებილი

🇦🇿 təkrar boyanmış

🇲🇽 repintado

Etymology

The word 'resprayed' is a compound of the prefix 're-', which originates from Latin meaning 'again' or 'back', and 'sprayed', the past tense of 'spray'. 'Spray' itself comes from the Middle English word 'sprayen', which means to scatter or to splash, derived from a combination of Old English and Old Norse influences. Over time, 'spray' evolved to pertain to the act of applying a liquid in small droplets, particularly in painting and finishing applications. Thus, 'resprayed' signifies the act of applying a fresh layer of material, retaining the essence of 'spray' while adding the repetitive nuance of 're-'. This term is particularly common in contexts such as automotive repair and restoration, home improvement, and artistic endeavors.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #42,345, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.