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noun

coating

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noun
1
A thin layer of a substance applied to a surface.
"The pan has a non-stick coating."
"A light coating of frost covered the grass."

How to Use Coating

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In plain EnglishA thin layer of something spread or applied over a surface.

Common pairings
non-stick coating protective coating a coating of frost

Word Forms

coatings plural

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