gloss (Meaning)
gloss (n)
an explanation or definition of an obscure word in a text
an alphabetical list of technical terms in some specialized field of knowledge; usually published as an appendix to a text on that field
the property of being smooth and shiny
an outward or token appearance or form that is deliberately misleading
gloss (v)
give a shine or gloss to, usually by rubbing
provide interlinear explanations for words or phrases
provide an interlinear translation of a word or phrase
give a deceptive explanation or excuse for
gloss (v. t.)
To render clear and evident by comments; to illustrate; to explain; to annotate.
To give a specious appearance to; to render specious and plausible; to palliate by specious explanation.
To give a superficial luster or gloss to; to make smooth and shining; as, to gloss cloth.
gloss (v. i.)
To make comments; to comment; to explain.
To make sly remarks, or insinuations.
gloss (n.)
Brightness or luster of a body proceeding from a smooth surface; polish; as, the gloss of silk; cloth is calendered to give it a gloss.
A specious appearance; superficial quality or show.
A foreign, archaic, technical, or other uncommon word requiring explanation.
An interpretation, consisting of one or more words, interlinear or marginal; an explanatory note or comment; a running commentary.
A false or specious explanation.
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gloss Sentence Examples
- The glossy magazine cover caught my eye.
- The piano's surface had a beautiful high gloss.
- I applied a clear gloss to my lips for a subtle shine.
- The photographer used a softbox to reduce the glossiness of the subject.
- The new paint job gave the car a gleaming gloss.
- The lip gloss was too sticky and left a thick residue.
- The glossy leaves of the tropical plant glistened in the sunlight.
- The nail technician applied a layer of gel gloss for added durability.
- The furniture polish left a beautiful gloss on the antique table.
- The art paper was coated with a special gloss to enhance the colors.
FAQs About the word gloss
an explanation or definition of an obscure word in a text, an alphabetical list of technical terms in some specialized field of knowledge; usually published as
veneer,facade,façade,window dressing, fig leaf, front, show, pose, masquerade, cotton candy
dullness, flatness, flatness, dimness, drabness, dirtiness, dullness, dulness, dirtiness, drabness
The glossy magazine cover caught my eye.
The piano's surface had a beautiful high gloss.
I applied a clear gloss to my lips for a subtle shine.
The photographer used a softbox to reduce the glossiness of the subject.
