varnish

noun
UK: /ˈvɑː.nɪʃ/
US: /ˈvɑːr.nɪʃ/

  1. A clear liquid that you put on wood to protect it and make it shiny.

    1. She put varnish on the table.
    2. The antique desk had a beautiful layer of varnish that protected the wood from damage.

  2. A type of paint that dries to form a hard, shiny, transparent coating.

    1. Apply a coat of varnish to the painting.
    2. The artist added a final coat of varnish to the canvas, enhancing its colors and preserving its integrity.

Synonyms

veneer sealant lacquer gloss coating
varnish verb

  1. To put varnish on something.

    1. He will varnish the door today.
    2. She decided to varnish the wooden floor to give it a protective and glossy finish.

  2. To cover or disguise something in order to make it seem better than it really is.

    1. They tried to varnish the truth.
    2. The politician attempted to varnish his corrupt dealings with claims of public service.
varnish adjective

  1. Relating to the application or appearance of varnish; having a smooth, glossy surface.

    1. The varnish finish looked great.
    2. The varnished surface of the table gleamed under the soft light, adding warmth to the room.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "varnish" in English means: A clear liquid that you put on wood to protect it and make it shiny., A type of paint that dries to form a hard, shiny, transparent coating..

The phonetic transcription of "varnish" is /ˈvɑː.nɪʃ/ in British English and /ˈvɑːr.nɪʃ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "varnish": veneer, sealant, lacquer, gloss, coating.

Example usage of "varnish": "She put varnish on the table.". More examples on the page.