Meaning of the word "paint a picture of" in English

What does "paint a picture of" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

paint a picture of

US /peɪnt ə ˈpɪktʃər əv/
UK /peɪnt ə ˈpɪktʃər əv/

Idiom

to describe something in a vivid or detailed way

Example:
The author really painted a picture of the old city with his words.
Can you paint a picture of what happened at the meeting?