coating

• Couche mince ou revêtement appliqué sur la surface d'un objet, généralement pour le protéger, le décorer ou lui conférer des propriétés fonctionnelles.

A thin layer or covering applied to the surface of an object, usually for protection, decoration, or functional purposes.

1. Layer covering a surfaceB1formal

   A thin layer or covering applied to the surface of an object for protection, decoration, or other purposes.

   Revêtement

   • The metal has a protective coating to prevent rust.
   • A coating of chocolate covered the biscuit.
   • The walls need a fresh coating of paint.

   Synonymescoatcoveringfilmfinishlaminalayeroverlaypatinaskinsurfaceveneer

2. Material used for coveringB2formal

   The substance or material used to create a layer on something.

   revêtement

   • The coating on the pills makes them easier to swallow.
   • They applied a non-stick coating to the frying pan.
   • The coating is made from a special polymer.

   Synonymescoatcoveringfilmfinishglazelayerplatingveneer

• Recouvrir ou appliquer une couche de substance sur une surface.

A verb meaning to cover or apply a layer of a substance onto a surface.

1. Cover with a layerB1formal

   To apply a layer of a substance to a surface.

   recouvrir d'une couche

   • Coat the chicken with flour before frying.
   • The walls were coated with fresh paint.
   • She coated the cake with chocolate icing.

   Synonymesapplycoverglazelayerpaintplastersheathesmearspreadvarnish

   Antonymesbareexposestrip