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glaze

/ɡleɪz/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does glaze mean?

noun, verb

A layer of glassy material on a surface, typically formed by heating a mixture of chemicals. To cover or coat something with a layer of glassy material.

Example

"The artist applied a glaze to the painting to give it a glossy finish."

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