gloss paint

IPA/ˌɡlɒs ˈpeɪnt/

gloss paint — noun

1. a type of paint that dries with a hard, shiny surface that reflects light easily

1.名詞B1
釋義

a type of paint that dries with a hard, shiny surface that reflects light easily, commonly used on woodwork, doors, window frames, and metal surfaces

例句

Apinya chose white gloss paint for the kitchen cupboards because it wipes clean easily.

collocation: white gloss paint / choose gloss paint

Vinícius sanded the door frame smooth and then applied a coat of gloss paint.

preparation pattern: sand + before + apply gloss paint

同義詞
  • enamel paint

    enamel paint is a subtype that forms a very hard, durable gloss coat; often used for professional or industrial jobs, whereas gloss paint is the everyday term

  • high-gloss paint

    high-gloss paint specifies an even shinier finish; gloss paint covers a range from semi-gloss to full gloss

反義詞
  • matt paint

    matt paint dries flat / non-reflective; gloss paint dries shiny and reflective

  • emulsion paint

    emulsion is water-based wall paint that usually dries matt or silk; gloss paint is oil- or water-based with a hard gloss finish

文法句型

[quantity] of + gloss paint

apply/use + gloss paint

用法筆記

Uncountable in general use ("a tin of gloss paint"), but countable when referring to a specific type or brand ("a high-quality gloss paint").

常見錯誤

❌I painted the fence with gloss paint that gives a matte look.
✅I painted the fence with gloss paint that gives a shiny look.
💡gloss paint is defined by its shiny finish, so saying it looks matte is contradictory.
❌I need to buy a gloss paint for the walls of my bedroom.
✅I need to buy a gloss paint for the window frames.
💡gloss paint is typically used on woodwork and metal, not large wall areas.