Enamel Definition & Meaning

enamel
noun
  1. hard white substance covering the crown of a tooth
  2. a colored glassy compound (opaque or partially opaque) that is fused to the surface of metal or glass or pottery for decoration or protection
  3. a paint that dries to a hard glossy finish
  4. any smooth glossy coating that resembles ceramic glaze
verb
  1. coat, inlay, or surface with enamel

"Enamel" in song lyrics

See how enamel is used in real songs:

  • "You get smoked like Camels til you shine like enamel"
    Da King and I — Mr. All That
  • "And then commence to suckin out all your tooth enamel"
    Mountain Brothers — Love Poetry
  • "girls take out your tongue rings its bad for your enamel"
    Time — The Lightswitch

Usage tips for "enamel"

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