varnish in Danish
varnish in Danish is fernis, lak — varnish means a clear liquid that dries to form a hard, glossy protective coating on wood or other surfaces.
varnish in Danish
fernis
lak
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(figuratively, by extension) A deceptively showy appearance.
What does "varnish" mean?
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noun A clear liquid that dries to form a hard, glossy protective coating on wood or other surfaces.
"He applied three coats of varnish to the old table before letting it dry."
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noun A misleading or showy appearance that hides the truth.
"Beneath the varnish of good manners, he was thoroughly ruthless."
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verb To coat something with varnish.
"She varnished the bookshelf to protect it from scratches."
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verb To make something seem better than it really is; to gloss over a flaw.
"The press release varnished the company's disappointing results."
varnish in a sentence
- He applied three coats of varnish to the old table before letting it dry.
- Beneath the varnish of good manners, he was thoroughly ruthless.
- She varnished the bookshelf to protect it from scratches.
- The press release varnished the company's disappointing results.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "varnish" in Danish?
"varnish" in Danish is fernis, lak. varnish means: A clear liquid that dries to form a hard, glossy protective coating on wood or other surfaces.
How do you use "varnish" in a sentence?
Example: "He applied three coats of varnish to the old table before letting it dry." In Danish, "varnish" is fernis, lak.
Are there other ways to say "varnish" in Danish?
Yes — Danish has 2 translations listed for "varnish": fernis, lak.
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