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coating

coating

35 3.4
A layer of material that covers a surface to protect or decorate it
  • noun
  • /ˈkoʊtɪŋ/
translation icon : 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
469 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
432 2.0

A thin sheet of material that covers a surface

is the same idea but used as a general covering term
skin
vscoating
140 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
coat
vscoating
92 2.5

A thin layer of material spread over a surface

is the general word for any protective or decorative surface layer
finish
vscoating
  • Specialized
46 3.9

A protective or decorative layer on a surface

focuses more narrowly on the physical layer rather than refinement
glaze
vscoating
43 3.7

A smooth shiny coating on food or pottery

is more general and covers many surface types beyond glossy finishes
application
vscoating
33 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
15 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
14 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
8 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
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
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
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
finish coat
vscoating
  • Specialized
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
finishing coat
vscoating
  • Specialized
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
finishing
vscoating
  • Specialized
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
enameling
vscoating
  • US
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
encrustation
vscoating
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
metal plating
vscoating
  • Specialized
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

How Thick

buildup
64 3.1
layer
432 2.0
coating
35 3.4
film
191 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.