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| lather |
to coat or cover with lather. [1/4 definitions] |
| lubricate |
to coat or supply with grease, oil, or another slippery substance. |
| mirror |
a smooth surface that reflects an image of whatever is in front of it. A mirror is usually made of glass with a coat of shiny metal on the back. [1/2 definitions] |
| overcoat |
an outer coat worn in rainy or cold weather. |
| palomino |
one of a breed of horses that has a golden or tan coat and a yellowish white mane and tail. |
| raincoat |
a coat that repels water to keep a person dry when it is raining. |
| roan |
having a dark coat thickly sprinkled with white. [1/2 definitions] |
| shellac |
a liquid used to coat furniture and floors to protect them and make them shine. [1/4 definitions] |
| Siamese cat |
a breed of cat. Siamese cats are native to Thailand. They are known for their blue eyes and a pale gray or brown coat with darker ears, tail, and paws. |
| silver |
to coat with a thin layer of silver. [1/7 definitions] |
| smear |
to coat or spread with something sticky, greasy, or oily. [1/5 definitions] |
| smock |
a loose, light jacket, coat, or other similar garment, that is worn over clothing to protect it from soil, paint, or damage. |
| toss |
to mix gently in order to coat with a sauce or dressing. [1/8 definitions] |
| tunic |
a short coat with a stiff high collar, worn as part of a uniform by soldiers or the like. [1/2 definitions] |
| varnish |
a liquid that is brushed on wood or other surfaces to protect them with a hard, shiny coat. [2 definitions] |
| wax1 |
to rub, polish, or coat with wax. [1/4 definitions] |
| zebra |
a large mammal with a striped coat, long legs, and hooves. Zebras are closely related to horses but have shorter manes. They live in large herds in Africa. Several kinds of zebras are in danger of becoming extinct. |
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