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shellac

The correct spelling is shellac.

How to pronounce shellac

noun

IPA: /ʃəˈlæk/

Say it like: She-lla-c

The correct spelling is shellac. A processed secretion of the lac insect, Coccus lacca; used in polishes, varnishes etc.

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Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A processed secretion of the lac insect, Coccus lacca; used in polishes, varnishes etc.
  2. 2.A beating; a thrashing.

verb

  1. 1.To coat with shellac.
  2. 2.To beat; to thrash.
  3. 3.To inflict a heavy defeat upon.

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