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Firnis.

varnish (clear, hardening protective layer, typically from linseed oil, especially applied to paintings)

6 characters2 syllables approx.Deutsch language

Meaning & usage

noun/ˈfɪʁnɪs/
  1. varnish (clear, hardening protective layer, typically from linseed oil, especially applied to paintings)

    especially · masculine · strong
  2. A metaphorical shallow layer meant to cover up disagreeable qualities.

    figuratively · masculine · strong
Where this word comes from

From Middle High German firnîs, vernîʒ, from Old French vernis.

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