GLOSS
(noun, verb)
There are 8 meanings of the word
Gloss.
Definitions
How to pronounce gloss:
US
Gloss - as a noun
An alphabetical list of technical terms in some specialized field of knowledge; usually published as an appendix to a text on that field
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
The property of being smooth and shiny
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
An outward or token appearance or form that is deliberately misleading
Example: "He hoped his claims would have a semblance of authenticity"
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Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Gloss - as a verb
Give a shine or gloss to, usually by rubbing
Provide interlinear explanations for words or phrases
Example: "He annotated on what his teacher had written"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
Provide an interlinear translation of a word or phrase
Example Sentences
"She applied a layer of gloss to her lips."
"The magazine had a shiny gloss on its cover."
"The painter used a clear gloss to protect the painting."
"The car's body had a smooth gloss after it was waxed."
"I love the glossy look of ceramic tiles with a high gloss finish."
Word Game Points
Is GLOSS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, gloss is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
GLOSS has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.
Is GLOSS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, gloss is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordGLOSS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.
Is GLOSS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, gloss is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordGLOSS has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.