transitive. To represent (an object, scene, etc.) or portray (a person or thing) on a surface, using paint or other colouring matter.

transitive. To paint (the face) with fard, to hide defects and improve the complexion.

In extended use. transitive. spec. To daub or plaster (the face or body) with powder or paint; to cover with cosmetic. Also intransitive with…

slang (originally Theatre). transitive. to mug up: to paint (one's face); to put make-up on. Also intransitive. Obsolete.