Dictionary Entry
daub
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Meaning
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To cover a surface with a soft, wet substance, like paint or mud, often in a careless way.
Example Sentence
The children loved to daub paint onto the large canvas, creating a colorful mess.
Usage Note
Used to describe the act of applying paint, mud, or similar substances to a surface, often with a sense of informality or lack of precision. It can also refer to the substance itself when used as a noun.