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matte
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noun
a mixture of sulfides that forms when sulfide metal ores are smelted
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adjective
(= flat, matt)
not reflecting light; not glossy
flat wall paint
a photograph with a matte finish
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verb
(= felt, felt up, mat)
change texture so as to become matted and felt-like
The fabric felted up after several washes
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noun
(= flatness)
the property of having little or no contrast; lacking highlights or gloss
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