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Lacquer: meaning, definitions and examples

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lacquer

 

[ หˆlรฆkษ™r ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

art

A clear or coloured varnish that dries quickly when applied to wood, metal, or other surfaces.

Synonyms

finish, shellac, varnish

Examples of usage

  • The artists used lacquer to give a shiny finish to their paintings.
  • She applied a coat of lacquer to the wooden furniture to protect it from scratches.
Context #2 | Verb

furniture

To apply a liquid varnish to give a hard, durable finish.

Synonyms

coat, seal, varnish

Examples of usage

  • She lacquered the dining table to make it resistant to spills and stains.
  • The craftsman lacquers the wooden chairs to enhance their appearance.

Translations

Translations of the word "lacquer" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น laca

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฒเคพเคน

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Lack

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pernis

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะปะฐะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ lakier

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒฉใƒƒใ‚ซใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท laque

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ laca

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท vernik

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋‹ˆ์Šค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูˆุฑู†ูŠุด

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ lak

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ lak

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆผ†

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ lak

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ lakkrรญs

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะปะฐะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒšแƒแƒฅแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ laki

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ laca

Etymology

The word 'lacquer' originated from the Portuguese word 'lacar' which means to coat with lac. Lac is a resinous substance secreted by the lac insect found in Asia. The use of lacquer dates back to ancient China where it was used for decorative and protective purposes on various objects. Over time, lacquer techniques spread to other parts of Asia and Europe, becoming a popular method of finishing and decorating furniture, art pieces, and other items.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,418, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.