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   enamel

   /ɪˈnam(ə)l/

   noun

   • 1. an opaque or semi-transparent glossy substance that is a type of glass, applied by vitrification to metallic or other hard surfaces for ornament or as a protective coating: "pieces of metalwork decorated with enamel"
   • ▪ a work of art executed in enamel: "a collection of ceramics and enamels"
   • 2. the hard glossy substance that covers the crown of a tooth.
   • 3. a paint that dries to give a smooth, hard coat: "one coat of enamel and three coats of varnish"
   • 4. nail varnish. dated

   verb

   • 1. coat or decorate (a metallic or hard object) with enamel: "he enamelled the back of the case in the rococo style"
   • ▪ apply nail polish to (fingernails or toenails).

   Word Origin late Middle English (originally as a verb; formerly also as inamel): from Anglo-Norman French enamailler, from en- ‘in, on’ + amail ‘enamel’, ultimately of Germanic origin.

   Derivatives

   • 1. enameller noun
   • 2. enamellist noun

   Scrabble Points: 8

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishENAMEL | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   ENAMEL definition: 1. a decorative glass-like substance that is melted onto clay, metal, or glass objects, and then…. Learn more.

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   The meaning of ENAMEL is to cover, inlay, or decorate with enamel. How to use enamel in a sentence.

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   The hard, translucent substance covering the exposed portion of a tooth in mammals. Enamel is the hardest substance in the body, and consists mostly of calcium salts.

5. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › enamelEnamel - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   Enamel is the glossy, decorative coating that's applied to metal or pottery to make it prettier and sometimes sturdier. You might cook a casserole in your favorite pot, made of blue enamel. Enamel is used in all kinds of everyday objects, including the surface of washing machines, baking dishes, and some bath tubs.

6. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishENAMEL definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   Enamel is a substance which can be heated and put onto metal in order to decorate or protect it.

7. www.thefreedictionary.com › enamelEnamel - definition of enamel by The Free Dictionary

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   1. a glassy substance, usu. opaque, applied by fusion to the surface of metal, pottery, etc., as an ornament or for protection. 2. enamelware. 3. any of various varnishes, paints, coatings, etc., drying to a hard, glossy finish. 4. an artistic work executed in enamel.

8. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishENAMEL | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary

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   ENAMEL definition: 1. a hard, shiny substance that is used to decorate or protect metal or clay 2. the hard, white…. Learn more.

9. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › us › definitionenamel noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage notes...

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   enamel. [uncountable, countable] a substance made from glass powder that is melted onto metal, pots, etc. and forms a hard shiny surface to protect or decorate them; an object made from enamel.

10. www.ldoceonline.com › dictionary › enamelenamel | meaning of enamel in Longman Dictionary of Contemporary...

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    enamel meaning, definition, what is enamel: a hard shiny substance that is put onto ...: Learn more.

11. www.yourdictionary.com › enamelEnamel Definition & Meaning | YourDictionary

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    Enamel definition: A vitreous, usually opaque, protective or decorative coating baked on metal, glass, or ceramic ware.