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gloss1

Syllabification: (gloss)
Pronunciation: /gläs, glôs/
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Definition of gloss

noun

  • 1shine or luster on a smooth surface:hair with a healthy gloss
  • (also gloss paint) a type of paint that dries to a bright shiny surface.
  • 2 [in singular] a superficially attractive appearance or impression:beneath the gloss of success was a tragic private life

verb

[with object]
  • 1apply a cosmetic gloss to.
  • apply gloss paint to.
  • 2 (gloss over) try to conceal or disguise (something embarrassing or unfavorable) by treating it briefly or representing it misleadingly:the social costs of this growth are glossed over

Derivatives

glosser

noun

Origin:

mid 16th century: of unknown origin

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