base coat

noun
UK: /ˈbeɪs.koʊt/
US: /ˈbeɪs.koʊt/

  1. A first layer of paint or other coating applied to a surface before other layers.

    1. Apply a base coat before the color. [ ] [ ]
    2. The artist started with a base coat to prepare the canvas for the detailed painting, ensuring better adhesion. [ ] [ ]

  2. A product applied to the nails before nail polish, intended to protect the nail and improve polish adhesion.

    1. I put on a base coat to protect my nails. [ ] [ ]
    2. She always uses a high-quality base coat to prevent staining and extend the life of her manicure. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

primer undercoat
base coat verb

  1. To apply a first layer of paint or coating.

    1. Base coat the wall before painting. [ ] [ ]
    2. She base coated the miniature figure with grey primer before adding the camouflage patterns. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "base coat" in English means: A first layer of paint or other coating applied to a surface before other layers., A product applied to the nails before nail polish, intended to protect the nail and improve polish adhesion..

The phonetic transcription of "base coat" is /ˈbeɪs.koʊt/ in British English and /ˈbeɪs.koʊt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "base coat": primer, undercoat.

Example usage of "base coat": "Apply a base coat before the color.". More examples on the page.