CEFR C1

lacquerware

noun

Meaning

Objects, typically made of wood, metal, or paper, that have been coated with many layers of lacquer and often decorated with intricate designs.

Examples

  • The antique shop displayed exquisite pieces of Japanese lacquerware, known for their deep sheen and detailed gold motifs.
  • She bought a small, red lacquerware box as a souvenir from her trip to Vietnam.

Synonyms: varnished goods, japanned ware, lacquered art