Definitions
1.nounA type of paint with a solvent that evaporates to leave a hard, transparent, glossy film.
2.nounAnything resembling such a paint; glossy appearance.
3.noun(by extension) A deceptively showy appearance.
4.nounA passenger train, probably derived from the varnished passenger cars used at one time.
5.verbTo apply varnish.
6.verbTo cover up with varnish.
7.verbTo gloss over a defect.