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lacquer

/ˈlæk.ə/

/ˈlæk.ɚ/

lacquernoun

lacquers

Translations

лак

She applied a coat of lacquer to the wooden table.

Она нанесла слой лака на деревянный стол.

Additional translations

глазурь

полировка

эмаль

Definitions

A liquid made of shellac dissolved in alcohol, or of synthetic substances, that dries to form a hard protective coating for wood, metal, etc.

The craftsman applied a layer of lacquer to the wooden table to give it a glossy finish.

A decorative object or surface coated with lacquer.

The antique shop displayed a beautiful lacquer box with intricate designs.

A cosmetic varnish, especially nail polish, that dries to a hard glossy coat.

She chose a deep red lacquer for her manicure.

Synonyms

lacquerverb

lacquered

Past Simple

lacquered

Past Participle

lacquering

Gerund

/ˈlæk.ə/

/ˈlæk.ɚ/

Translations

лакировать

She decided to lacquer the wooden table to give it a shiny finish.

Она решила лакировать деревянный стол, чтобы придать ему блестящий вид.

Additional translations

покрыть лаком

Definitions

To coat or cover with a glossy, protective finish.

She decided to lacquer the wooden table to give it a shiny appearance.

To apply cosmetics or sprays that form a hard glossy coat, especially to nails or hair.

He heavily lacquered his hair into a rigid style for the performance.

Synonyms

lacqueradjective

/ˈlæk.ə/

/ˈlæk.ɚ/

Used attributively before nouns: 'lacquer finish', 'lacquer sheen'.

Definitions

Made of, coated with, or possessing the appearance of lacquer; glossy.

The cabinet had a flawless lacquer surface.

Synonyms