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   lustre

   /ˈlʌstə/

   noun

   • 1. a gentle sheen or soft glow: "the lustre of the Milky Way" Similar sheenglossglossinessshinebrightnessradianceburnishpolishpatinaglowgleamglimmershimmerbrilliancebrightnesssparkledazzleflashglitterglintgleamradianceluminousnessluminosityluminescencelightrare:effulgencerefulgencelambencycoruscationOpposite dullnessdarkness
   • ▪ the manner in which the surface of a mineral reflects light.
   • ▪ glory or distinction: "a celebrity player to add lustre to the line-up" Similar honourgloryillustriousnesscreditmeritprestigeéclatdistinctioneminencepre-eminencenotabilityconsequencerenownfameOpposite dishonour
   • 2. a thin coating containing unoxidized metal which gives an iridescent glaze to ceramics. Similar glazelacquershellacvarnishenamelpatinacoatcoatingcoveringfinish
   • ▪ ceramics with an iridescent metallic glaze; lustreware: "lustre jugs"
   • 3. a fabric or yarn with a sheen or gloss: "lustre yarn"
   • ▪ a thin dress material with a cotton warp, woollen weft, and a glossy surface. British
   • 4. a prismatic glass pendant on a chandelier or other ornament: "a chandelier dripping with glass lustres"
   • ▪ a cut-glass chandelier or candelabrum.

   Word Origin early 16th century: from French, from Italian lustro, from the verb lustrare, from Latin lustrare ‘illuminate’.

   Scrabble Points: 6

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

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   LUSTRE definition: 1. the brightness that a shiny surface has: 2. a very special, attractive quality that people…. Learn more.

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   1. : a glow of reflected light : sheen. specifically : the appearance of the surface of a mineral dependent upon its reflecting qualities. the luster of polished metal. 2. a. : a glow of light from within : luminosity. the luster of the stars. b. : an inner beauty : radiance. 3.

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   noun. reflected light; sheen; gloss. radiance or brilliance of light. great splendour of accomplishment, beauty, etc. a substance used to polish or put a gloss on a surface. a vase or chandelier from which hang cut-glass drops. a drop-shaped piece of cut glass or crystal used as a decoration on a chandelier, vase, etc.

5. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishLUSTRE definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   Lustre is gentle shining light that is reflected from a surface, for example from polished metal. Gold retains its lustre for far longer than other metals. It is softer than cotton and nylon and has a similar lustre to silk.

6. www.thefreedictionary.com › lustreLustre - definition of lustre by The Free Dictionary

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   1. the state or quality of shining by reflecting light: the luster of satin. 2. a substance, as a coating or polish, used to impart sheen or gloss. 3. radiant or luminous brightness; brilliance. 4. radiance of beauty, excellence, distinction, or glory: achievements that add luster to one's name.

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   the visual property of something that shines with reflected light. synonyms: luster, sheen, shininess. see more. see less. type of: effulgence, radiance, radiancy, refulgence, refulgency, shine. the quality of being bright and sending out rays of light. noun. a surface coating for ceramics or porcelain.

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   Lustre Definition. Luster, luster. Shine, sheen gleam or polish. The brass had a characteristic lustre that practically glowed when it was freshly cleaned. By extension, interest, attractiveness, or splendour. After so many years in the same field, the job had lost its lustre. Refinement, polish, or quality.

9. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishlustre noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage notes...

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   the quality of being special in a way that is exciting. The presence of the prince added lustre to the occasion. compare lacklustre. Word Origin. Check pronunciation: lustre. Definition of lustre noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

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    Something with luster has a certain kind of sheen or shininess, like the way a new pair of shoes looks right before you step into a pile of mud. Luster is a noun that commonly refers to a soft sheen, glossy surface, or brightness.

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    Luster definition: the state or quality of shining by reflecting light; glitter, sparkle, sheen, or gloss. See examples of LUSTER used in a sentence.