· a thin layer covering something; "a second coat of paint"

Synonym(s): coat

Hypernym(s): covering

· 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"

Synonym(s): finish, finishing

Hypernym(s): decorativeness

· a heavy fabric suitable for coats

Hypernym(s): fabric, cloth, material, textile

· 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"

Synonym(s): application, covering

Hypernym(s): manual_labor, manual_labour

· put a coat on; cover the surface of; furnish with a surface; "coat the cake with chocolate"

Synonym(s): surface

Hypernym(s): cover

· cover or provide with a coat

Hypernym(s): dress, clothe, enclothe, garb, raiment, tog, garment, habilitate, fit_out, apparel

· form a coat over; "Dirt had coated her face"

Synonym(s): cake

Hypernym(s): cover, spread_over