| n. | 1. | A varnish, consisting of a solution of shellac in alcohol, often colored with gamboge, saffron, or the like; - used for varnishing metals, papier-maché, and wood. The name is also given to varnishes made of other ingredients, esp. the tough, solid varnish of the Japanese, with which ornamental objects are made. |
| v. t. | 1. | To cover with lacquer. |
| Noun | 1. | lacquer - a black resinous substance obtained from certain trees and used as a natural varnish |
| 2. | lacquer - a hard glossy coating | |
| Verb | 1. | lacquer - coat with lacquer; "A lacquered box from China" |