varnish
Pronunciation:
/ˈvɑː(ɹ)nɪʃ/noun
Definitions
A type of paint with a solvent that evaporates to leave a hard, transparent, glossy film.
Anything resembling such a paint; glossy appearance.
(by extension) A deceptively showy appearance.
A passenger train, probably derived from the varnished passenger cars used at one time.
verb
Definitions
To apply varnish.
To cover up with varnish.
To gloss over a defect.