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French polish
1noun
- a furniture finish, consisting of shellac dissolved in spirits.
French-polish
2[ french-pol-ish ]
verb (used with object)
- to finish or treat (a piece of furniture) with French polish.
French polish
1noun
- a varnish for wood consisting of shellac dissolved in alcohol
- the gloss finish produced by repeated applications of this polish
French-polish
2verb
- to treat with French polish or give a French polish (to)
Word History and Origins
Origin of French polish1
Origin of French polish2
Example Sentences
Most officers have also added a personal touch to their uniform - whether it is beautifully manicured nails with French polish, or smoky eye shadow, they have spared no effort in looking tip-top for their job.
For example, to those attempting the shellac-based French polish, he says, “You will invariably fail at this process, but it is the only way to learn.”
French polish, or careful wax polish, has the effect of keeping out air and damp, which latter might soften the glue and disintegrate the surface veneer.
That fellow, with all his smoothness and French polish, may turn out, now he is thwarted, a perfect demon.
His shoes shone with a lustre beyond French polish, and his hat was brushed till not a wind dared to approach it.
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