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french polish

/ˈfrentʃ ˈpɒlɪʃ/

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/ˈfrentʃ ˈpɒlɪʃ/C1formaltechnical
  • ruТехника отделки дерева, включающая нанесение множества тонких слоёв шеллака, растворённого в спирте, что даёт глянцевую гладкую поверхность. Также относится к самому покрытию.

A wood finishing technique that involves applying many thin coats of shellac dissolved in alcohol, resulting in a high-gloss, smooth surface. Also refers to the finish itself.

  1. Wood finishing techniqueC1formal

    A method of applying a high-gloss finish to wood using shellac dissolved in alcohol, applied with a pad.

    ruФранцузская полировка

    • The antique table was restored using French polish.
    • He learned the art of French polish from a master craftsman.
    • French polish gives furniture a deep, mirror-like shine.