gloss
Noun
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is a type of: account, explanation - a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc.same as: rubric
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is a type of: wordbook - a reference book containing words (usually with their meanings)same as: glossary
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is a type of:
- smoothness - a texture without roughness; smooth to the touch
- effulgence, radiance, radiancy, refulgence, refulgency, shine - the quality of being bright and sending out rays of light
subtypes:- french polish - the glaze produced by repeated applications of French polish shellac
- glaze - a glossy finish on a fabric
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is a type of: appearance, visual aspect - outward or visible aspect of a person or thingsubtypes:
- color of law, colour of law - a mere semblance of legal right; something done with the apparent authority of law but actually in contravention of law
- simulacrum - an insubstantial or vague semblance
- face value - the apparent worth as opposed to the real worth
- guise, pretence, pretense, pretext - an artful or simulated semblance
- camouflage, disguise - an outward semblance that misrepresents the true nature of something
- verisimilitude - the appearance of truth; the quality of seeming to be true
Verb
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entail: rub - move over something with pressure
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is a type of: apologise, apologize, excuse, rationalise, rationalize - defend, explain, clear away, or make excuses for by reasoning
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