лоск — meaning in English

English meaning

• gloss noun A shiny, polished surface.
• luster noun A gentle shine or sheen, especially on a surface like metal, hair, or pearls.

Senses

лоск is used for these senses in English:

• gloss (figuratively) A superficially or deceptively attractive appearance.
• luster (obsolete) A glory, an act or thing that imparts fame or renown.

gloss — full definition

1. noun A shiny, polished surface.
2. noun An impressive appearance that hides something less impressive underneath.
3. verb (usually "gloss over") To skim past or downplay a problem instead of properly addressing it.
4. noun A brief note explaining a difficult or foreign word, often placed in the margin or between the lines of a text.

luster — full definition

1. noun A gentle shine or sheen, especially on a surface like metal, hair, or pearls.
2. noun Glory, distinction, or prestige.
3. verb To shine or give a soft glow.

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