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intumescent
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adjective
(= puffy, tumescent, tumid)
abnormally distended especially by fluids or gas
hungry children with bloated stomachs
he had a grossly distended stomach
eyes with puffed (or puffy) lids
swollen hands
tumescent tissue
puffy tumid flesh
coating
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noun
(= coat)
a thin layer covering something
a second coat of paint
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noun
a heavy fabric suitable for coats
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noun
(= finish, finishing)
a decorative texture or appearance of a surface (or the substance that gives it that appearance)
the boat had a metallic finish
he applied a coat of a clear finish
when the finish is too thin it is difficult to apply evenly
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noun
(= application)
the work of applying something
the doctor prescribed a topical application of iodine
a complete bleach requires several applications
the surface was ready for a coating of paint