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shellac in Latin

shellac in Latin is dēvincō — shellac means a processed secretion of the lac insect, Coccus lacca; used in polishes, varnishes etc.

shellac in Latin

dēvincō

verb

(informal, US, transitive) To inflict a heavy defeat upon.

What does "shellac" mean?

noun A processed secretion of the lac insect, Coccus lacca; used in polishes, varnishes etc.
noun A beating; a thrashing.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

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C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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"shellac" in Latin is dēvincō. shellac means: A processed secretion of the lac insect, Coccus lacca; used in polishes, varnishes etc.

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