Associations to the word «Lacquering»

Wiktionary

LACQUER, noun. A glossy, resinous material used as a surface coating; either a natural exudation of certain trees, or a solution of nitrocellulose in alcohol, etc.
LACQUER, noun. A similar finish, baked onto the inside of cans.
LACQUER, verb. To apply a lacquer to something or to give something a smooth, glossy finish.

Dictionary definition

LACQUER, noun. A black resinous substance obtained from certain trees and used as a natural varnish.
LACQUER, noun. A hard glossy coating.
LACQUER, verb. Coat with lacquer; "A lacquered box from China".

Wise words

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