Is a paintmarker the same as a permanent marker?

Not exactly. A paintmarker uses paint-like ink and often covers dark or rough surfaces better.

Can I use a paintmarker on glass?

Yes, many paintmarkers work well on glass. Check the label for surface instructions.

Is paintmarker a common word?

It is common in craft, art, and industrial settings. It is less common in everyday speech.

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paintmarker

/ˈpeɪnt ˌmɑː.kə/

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noun

A paintmarker is a pen-like tool filled with paint or thick ink. People use it to write on surfaces like metal, glass, wood, and plastic.

Use a paintmarker for labels on boxes.
The artist signed the frame with a paintmarker.
A white paintmarker shows well on dark surfaces.

Adinary Nuance

A paintmarker is more specific than a marker or pen because it uses paint-like ink and works on tougher surfaces. It is not the same as a felt-tip marker, which usually writes on paper. In business or workshop settings, people choose paintmarker when they need a visible, lasting mark.

In other languages

Vietnamese: bút sơn
Spanish: marcador de pintura
Chinese: 油漆笔
Japanese: ペイントマーカー
Korean: 페인트 마커

Etymology

Paintmarker is a modern compound of paint and marker. It became common in English as branded paint pens and industrial marking tools spread in the late 20th century.

Common phrases

white paintmarkeroil-based paintmarkerpaintmarker penuse a paintmarker

Synonyms

paint pen paint pen marker paint pencil

Related words

marker pen ink label permanent marker

Frequently asked questions

Is a paintmarker the same as a permanent marker?: Not exactly. A paintmarker uses paint-like ink and often covers dark or rough surfaces better.
Can I use a paintmarker on glass?: Yes, many paintmarkers work well on glass. Check the label for surface instructions.
Is paintmarker a common word?: It is common in craft, art, and industrial settings. It is less common in everyday speech.