lak — meaning in English
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Senses
lak is used for these senses in English:
- lacquer 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 — full definition
- noun A glossy protective coating applied to wood, metal, or nails to give a hard, shiny finish.
- verb To coat something with lacquer to give it a smooth, glossy surface.
varnish — full definition
- noun A clear liquid that dries to form a hard, glossy protective coating on wood or other surfaces.
- noun A misleading or showy appearance that hides the truth.
- verb To coat something with varnish.
- verb To make something seem better than it really is; to gloss over a flaw.
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