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coating

coating

32 3.4
A layer of material that covers a surface to protect or decorate it
  • noun
  • /ˈkoʊtɪŋ/
: recubrimiento
  • So they used it to make the first-ever waterproof coating for tanks.
  • protective coatings
  • surface coating
  • apply a coating

And I'm going to peel off the protective coating on one side.

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Examples

  • After sanding the surface, he applied a protective coating to prevent rust.

  • So we have developed new laminate coating to protect the mirrors.

  • The chocolate coating makes it go down easier.

  • "For example, our material could be used as a coating for paper cups, which could be recycled."

    Academic text (1995)
  • Drew, please peel off the protective coating from your LED lights.

  • A series of protective coatings shield the Ice Platform against the elements.

    Academic text (1994)
  • OK, so in this case, you've got a Teflon coating inside.

  • Now, the goal of this experiment is to create an even coating, no excess charring, and no cold spots.

  • Silikroil leaves behind a water-repellent coating to prevent corrosion and protect against rust.

    Academic text (1995)
  • One of the commercial applications of PHBV is paper coatings, e.g., on compostable bags.

    Academic text (1995)

Synonyms

paint
vscoating
548 1.0

A coloured liquid you put on surfaces to protect or decorate them

includes that substance but also non-drying or non-liquid coverings
layer
vscoating
373 2.0

A thin sheet of material that covers a surface

is the same idea but used as a general covering term
coat
vscoating
62 2.5

A thin layer of material spread over a surface

is the general word for any protective or decorative surface layer
skin
vscoating
52 1.0

A thin outer layer on an object that protects it and gives its look

is the general term for a layer and includes this thin outer sense
finish
vscoating
  • Specialized
37 3.9

A protective or decorative layer on a surface

focuses more narrowly on the physical layer rather than refinement
glaze
vscoating
34 3.7

A smooth shiny coating on food or pottery

is more general and covers many surface types beyond glossy finishes
application
vscoating
19 2.9

To put a substance on a surface, for example paint or cream

focuses on the resulting protective or decorative layer rather than the action
plating
vscoating
  • Specialized
19 5.9

A thin layer of metal that covers an object to protect it or make it look better

is broader, applying to any material used to cover a surface
coat of paint
vscoating
18 2.3

A single layer of paint that covers a surface

is broader and covers any kind of protective or decorative layer
lacquer
vscoating
11 6.5

A hard shiny coating that protects and decorates things like wood and metal

is the broader category that covers such protective or decorative layers
covering
vscoating
2 1.5

Placing something over another thing to protect or hide it

includes that act or the material but is more focused on the layer itself
finishing
vscoating
  • Specialized
2 3.4

A thin layer on wood or metal that protects and looks good

is the basic term for any applied protective or decorative layer
topcoat
vscoating
  • Specialized
1 3.9

A final layer of paint or finish that protects a surface

is the general term for a layer without stressing sequence or order
overcoat
vscoating
1 5.7

A final layer of paint or varnish that protects a surface

is the core idea for any primary or additional surface layer
metal plating
vscoating
  • Specialized
1 3.9

A thin metal layer on a surface for protection or decoration

covers metal and non-metal layers as the general surface covering concept
finish coat
vscoating
  • Specialized
1 5.0

The last layer of paint or varnish that makes a surface smooth and look complete

is the general concept that can describe any such final layer
enameling
vscoating
  • US
1 6.5

The glass-like layer on an object or the way that layer looks

is the general notion of any layer used for protection or decoration
finishing coat
vscoating
  • Specialized
1 4.0

The last layer of paint or varnish that makes a surface look complete

is the broader idea of a covering, not only final layers
encrustation
vscoating
1 8.0

A decorative layer of material on a surface, like gold on walls

is the wider idea of any covering, not only decorative overlays
fresh coat of wax
vscoating
2.7

A new layer of wax put on a surface to make it shine

covers such specific examples but also many other layer types

How Thick

buildup
57 3.1
layer
373 2.0
coating
32 3.4
film
32 3.2

Surface Forms

coating singular
coatings plural

Morphology

coating = coat (transparent) = coat + ing

This is a regular -ing noun built from the verb 'coat', with the expected meaning of a covering layer or the action of applying one.

Etymology

Coating comes from coat, which means 'something that covers', and the ending -ing, like putting a 'coat' of paint on a wall. So a coating is a layer that covers a surface or the act of covering it.