Definitions for 'picture':
Below, we have different definitions or meanings of the word picture. These different definitions are grouped based on the different parts of speech. You will also find examples for every definition if available
Noun: Nouns are words that represent people, places, things, or ideas.
UK: /ˈpɪktʃə/
US: /ˈpɪk(t)ʃɚ/
Definition 1
A representation of anything (as a person, a landscape, a building) upon canvas, paper, or other surface, by drawing, painting, printing, photography, etc.
Definition 2
An image; a representation as in the imagination.
Definition 3
A painting.
There was a picture hanging above the fireplace.
Definition 4
A photograph.
I took a picture of the church.
Definition 5
A motion picture.
Casablanca is my all-time favorite picture.
Definition 6
(in the plural) ("the pictures") Cinema (as a form of entertainment).
Let's go to the pictures.
Definition 7
A paragon, a perfect example or specimen (of a category).
She's the very picture of health.
Definition 8
An attractive sight.
The garden is a real picture at this time of year.
Definition 9
The art of painting; representation by painting.
Definition 10
A figure; a model.
Definition 11
Situation.
The employment picture for the older middle class is not so good.
Verb: Verbs are action words that describe actions or states.
UK: /ˈpɪktʃə/
US: /ˈpɪk(t)ʃɚ/
Definition 1
To represent in or with a picture.
Definition 2
To imagine or envision.
Definition 3
To depict or describe vividly.
Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms: image
