Shellac

/ʃəˈlæk/ noun verb

A processed secretion of the lac insect, Coccus lacca; used in polishes, varnishes etc.

Meaning

  1. (noun) A processed secretion of the lac insect, Coccus lacca; used in polishes, varnishes etc.
  2. (noun) A beating; a thrashing.
  3. (verb) To coat with shellac.
  4. (verb) To beat; to thrash.
  5. (verb) To inflict a heavy defeat upon.

Synonyms

Letter breakdown

  • Shellac contains 7 letters: 2 vowel(s) and 5 consonant(s).
  • It uses 6 unique letters.
  • Estimated syllable count: 2.
  • Scrabble-style letter score: 12.

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What does Shellac mean?

A processed secretion of the lac insect, Coccus lacca; used in polishes, varnishes etc.

How many letters are in Shellac?

Shellac has 7 letters.

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