Shellac

noun

/ʃəˈlæk/

Word Frequency: 0.4

Definitions

1.nounA processed secretion of the lac insect, Coccus lacca; used in polishes, varnishes etc.

2.nounA beating; a thrashing.

3.verbTo coat with shellac.

4.verbTo beat; to thrash.

5.verbTo inflict a heavy defeat upon.

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