lacquered
lacquered — verb
- lacqueredpresent simple I / you / we / they
- lacquereds3rd person singular
- lacquereding-ing form
- lacquerededpast simple
1. To apply a glossy liquid coating onto a surface — for example, furniture, doors,
To apply a glossy liquid coating onto a surface — for example, furniture, doors, or decorative objects. The liquid dries to form a tough protective layer that resists scratches and moisture. The word is often used in its past participle form (lacquered) to describe the final appearance.
Javier lacquered the old wooden table to give it a fresh, glossy look.
subject + lacquered + object + infinitive purpose
The carpenter carefully lacquered each jewelry box before attaching the brass hinges.
adverb between subject and verb for manner
Before lacquering a cabinet, sand the surface until it is completely smooth.
The temple doors were lacquered in deep red every ten years to maintain their appearance.
- varnish
varnish typically dries to a harder, more transparent finish than lacquer, and is more often used on wood.
- glaze
glaze is a thin, glass-like coating used mainly on ceramics, not wood or metal.
- coat
a more general word for applying any layer of liquid; less specific to the shiny, hard finish of lacquer.
文法句型
lacquer + noun phrase
用法筆記
Frequently used in the past participle form (lacquered) to describe finished surfaces: a lacquered table, lacquered nails. The simple present form lacquers is rare in everyday speech.
常見錯誤
lacquered — noun
1. A clear or colored liquid made from chemicals, painted onto wood, metal, or othe
A clear or colored liquid made from chemicals, painted onto wood, metal, or other surfaces. Once dry, it creates a tough, glossy protective film that shields the surface from scratches and dampness.
Fatima applied two coats of clear lacquer to protect the birch wood of her desk.
collocation: apply + [quantity] + coat(s) of lacquer
The lacquer on this antique cabinet has started to crack and peel after many years.
lacquer as subject showing physical property
You can buy spray lacquer at most hardware stores for small furniture repairs.
Kofi chose a satin-finish lacquer for the window frames inside his workshop.
This brand of lacquer dries in just fifteen minutes and leaves a streak-free finish.
- varnish
varnish is also a protective coating but typically has a higher gloss and is used more on wood; lacquer dries faster.
- shellac
shellac is a specific type of natural lacquer made from insect resin; it is less durable than synthetic lacquer.
- enamel
enamel paint creates a hard, glossy finish similar to lacquer but is thicker and takes longer to dry.
文法句型
a coat of lacquer
[type] lacquer
用法筆記
Lacquer is usually uncountable (some lacquer, a layer of lacquer) but can be countable when referring to a specific type or brand (a water-based lacquer, several lacquers for different surfaces).
常見錯誤
2. A traditional coating sourced from tree sap or insect secretions — for example,
A traditional coating sourced from tree sap or insect secretions — for example, sap from the Asian lacquer tree or resin from the lac beetle — that provides a glossy, waterproof finish, especially in East Asian craftwork.
Natural lacquer from the urushi tree has been used on Japanese bowls and trays for over a thousand years.
natural lacquer + source + duration of use
Unlike synthetic coatings, natural lacquer needs a warm, humid room to harden properly.
natural lacquer + environmental requirement for curing
Lacquer made from tree sap was once far more expensive than modern chemical alternatives.
Mei-Lin learned the traditional art of applying natural lacquer at a small studio in Kyoto.
- urushi
the Japanese name for natural lacquer from the Toxicodendron vernicifluum tree; refers specifically to East Asian craft traditions.
- shellac
a natural resin from the lac beetle dissolved in alcohol; dries faster than tree-sap lacquer but is less durable.
- resin
a broader category; lacquer is a specific type of resin used as a coating.
- synthetic lacquer
the man-made alternative to natural lacquer.
文法句型
natural lacquer
lacquer from [source]
用法筆記
This sense refers specifically to traditional, naturally sourced lacquer (often called urushi in Japanese). It differs from synthetic lacquer in that it requires carefully controlled humidity to cure and can cause severe allergic reactions in some people when wet.