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picture

/ˈpɪktʃə/

[/ˈpɪktʃə/]

a drawing, painting, or photo

Beginnernoun

Definition

A picture is a drawing, painting, or photograph that shows a person, thing, or scene.

Example

He drew a picture of his house.

He drew a picture of his house.

Etymology

From Latin 'pictura' meaning 'painting'.

How & Where It’s Used

Common in art and around the home.

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