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paint (pānt)

1. a liquid designed for application to a surface, as of the body or a tooth.

2. to apply a liquid to a specific area as a remedial or protective measure.

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paint (pnt)

n.

A solution or suspension of one or more medicaments applied to the skin with a brush or large applicator.

v.

To apply medicine to; swab.

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paint

Etymology: Fr, peindre

1  v, to apply a medicated solution to the skin, usually over a wide area.

2  n, a medicated solution that is applied in this way. Kinds of paint include antiseptics, germicides, and sporicides.

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paint

1. commercial paint products are used in animal accommodation. Most contain some lead, even so-called lead-free paints. Therefore they are capable of causing lead poisoning in animals.

2. see pinto.