varnish
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/ˈvɑːrnɪʃ/
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/ˈvɑːnɪʃ/
A clear liquid that dries to form a shiny layer, used to protect or decorate surfaces.
After building the wooden box, he applied varnish to make it shine.
To apply this liquid to a surface for protection or decoration.
She decided to varnish the old table to restore its look.