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Varnish Definition & Meaning

varnish
noun
  1. a coating that provides a hard, lustrous, transparent finish to a surface
verb
  1. cover with varnish

"Varnish" in song lyrics

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  • "Never should've crossed me, flossy glossy like fresh made varnish"
    X-Raided — Spitten Venom
  • "ingredients in varnish"
    AOL — AOL
  • "elmwood varnish"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "varnish"

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Frequently asked questions

What does varnish mean?
a coating that provides a hard, lustrous, transparent finish to a surface cover with varnish
What part of speech is varnish?
Varnish is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does varnish have?
Varnish has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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