ˈvɑ:nɪʃ n. & v. --n. 1 a resinous
solution used to
give a
hard shiny transparent coating to
wood,
metal, paintings, etc. 2
any other preparation for a
similar purpose (nail varnish). 3
external appearance or
display without an
underlying reality. 4
artificial or
natural glossiness. 5 a
superficial polish of
manner. --v.tr. 1
apply varnish
to. 2 gloss
over (a fact). øøvarnisher n. [ME f. OF vernis f. med.L veronix
fragrant resin,
sandarac or med.Gk berenike prob. f. Berenice in Cyrenaica]