varnish
/ˈvɑː(ɹ)nɪʃ/
noun
- 1
A type of paint with a solvent that evaporates to leave a hard, transparent, glossy film.
- 2
Anything resembling such a paint; glossy appearance.
- 3
(by extension) A deceptively showy appearance.
- 4
A passenger train, probably derived from the varnished passenger cars used at one time.
verb
- 1
To apply varnish.
- 2
To cover up with varnish.
- 3
To gloss over a defect.
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