shellac
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/ʃəˈlæk/
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/ʃəˈlæk/
A hard, shiny material made from the secretions of the lac insect, used as a protective coating on furniture and other items.
The antique table was coated with a thick layer of shellac to protect its finish.
这张古董桌子涂了一层厚厚的虫胶以保护其表面。
To apply a protective and shiny coating of shellac to an object.
The craftsman shellacked the wooden table to give it a glossy finish.
工匠给木桌涂上了虫胶,使其表面光滑。
To defeat someone or something easily and by a large margin.
The football team shellacked their opponents, winning the game 7-0.
足球队以7-0的比分击败了对手。