0%

ALL meanings of natural varnish

nat·u·ral var·nish
N n
  • noun natural varnish a preparation consisting of resinous matter, as copal or lac, dissolved in an oil (oil varnish) or in alcohol (spirit varnish) or other volatile liquid. When applied to the surface of wood, metal, etc., it dries and leaves a hard, more or less glossy, usually transparent coating. 1
  • noun natural varnish the sap of certain trees, used for the same purpose (natural varnish) 1
  • noun natural varnish any of various other preparations similarly used, as one having India rubber, pyroxylin, or asphalt as its chief constituent. 1
  • noun natural varnish a coating or surface of varnish. 1
  • noun natural varnish something resembling or suggesting a coat of varnish; gloss. 1
  • noun natural varnish superficial polish or external show, especially to conceal some defect or inadequacy: The play has a varnish of witty dialogue. 1
  • noun natural varnish British. nail polish. 1
  • verb with object natural varnish to apply varnish to; coat or cover with varnish. 1
  • verb with object natural varnish to give a glossy appearance to. 1
  • verb with object natural varnish to give an improved appearance to; adorn. 1
  • verb with object natural varnish to give a superficially pleasing appearance to, especially in order to deceive: to varnish the truth. 1
  • noun natural varnish the sap of some trees used to produce a protective coating for things 0
Was this page helpful?
Yes No
Thank you for your feedback! Tell your friends about this page
Tell us why?