Meaning & use

repaint

verb·Everyday

To cover a surface with a new layer of paint, often to replace an old color.

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They repainted the fence white after years of fading in the sun.

The city repainted the crosswalk lines to improve visibility for drivers.

A note on using this word

Repaint is used for both artistic works and everyday surfaces like walls, fences, and vehicles.

Words with a similar meaning

redecorate

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