paint up

verb — 3 senses

paint up

verb
1

To paint a surface, place or picture.

  • I spent the weekend painting up my shed.
2

To touch up a paint job.

  • I'll hire people for the difficult chores, but I can paint up the damaged areas on the living room walls.
3

Figuratively To make someone or something appear to be a particular way.

  • His description painted you up to be a monster.

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