coating (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈkoʊtɪŋ/

Definition

A layer of a substance that covers a surface.

Examples

• The walls were given a fresh coat of paint.

• A protective coating is applied to prevent rust.

• The chocolate coating on the ice cream was delicious.

How to Use coating

coating of (prepositional phrase)

A layer of something covering a surface. — "There was a coating of dust on the furniture."

Synonyms of coating

Words with a similar meaning to coating:

• layer
• film
• sheen
• varnish

Antonyms of coating

Words with the opposite meaning to coating:

• bare
• uncoated

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