ALL meanings of oil varnish
oil var·nish
O o - noun oil varnish a preparation consisting of resinous matter, as copal or lac, dissolved in an oil (oil varnish) or in alcohol (spirit varnish) or other volatile liquid. When applied to the surface of wood, metal, etc., it dries and leaves a hard, more or less glossy, usually transparent coating. 1
- noun oil varnish the sap of certain trees, used for the same purpose (natural varnish) 1
- noun oil varnish any of various other preparations similarly used, as one having India rubber, pyroxylin, or asphalt as its chief constituent. 1
- noun oil varnish a coating or surface of varnish. 1
- noun oil varnish something resembling or suggesting a coat of varnish; gloss. 1
- noun oil varnish superficial polish or external show, especially to conceal some defect or inadequacy: The play has a varnish of witty dialogue. 1
- noun oil varnish British. nail polish. 1
- verb with object oil varnish to apply varnish to; coat or cover with varnish. 1
- verb with object oil varnish to give a glossy appearance to. 1
- verb with object oil varnish to give an improved appearance to; adorn. 1
- verb with object oil varnish to give a superficially pleasing appearance to, especially in order to deceive: to varnish the truth. 1