lacquering

Meanings

• Noun

  The process of applying a lacquer, a type of hard, glossy resin, to various surfaces for protection or decoration.

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Variants

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lacquer , lacquered , lacquerer , lacquerers , lacquering , lacquers

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Etymology

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From Old French 'lacque' or 'lacquer', from Medieval Latin 'lacca' meaning 'lac, lacquer'.

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Trivia

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1. Lacquer was used as early as 3000 BC in China and was also used extensively in ancient Egypt.

2. The process of making lacquer involves the extraction of sap from the lacquer tree, which is then boiled and filtered to create the lacquer resin.

3. Lacquer is known for its durability and can last for hundreds of years without deteriorating.

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Related Concepts

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1. Resin: A naturally occurring substance that is solid or semisolid at room temperature and can be extracted from a tree or plant.

2. Decoration: The act of adding ornamental elements to something.

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Culture

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In Hmong culture, lacquering is a significant art form used for decorating various household items, including bamboo baskets, wooden combs, and musical instruments. It is also used in traditional Hmong clothing, particularly for the embroidered headdresses and costumes.

How to Memorize "lacquering"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine the process of applying a thin layer of sticky resin to a surface, allowing it to dry, and then applying multiple layers until a smooth, glossy finish is achieved.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'lacquering' with the image of a traditional Hmong artist meticulously applying lacquer to a bamboo basket.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'lacquering' is the process of applying multiple layers of a hard, glossy resin to a surface.

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