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    Coating

    /ˈkoʊtɪŋ/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    A layer or covering applied to a surface for protection, decoration, or insulation.
    The car was given a new coating of paint to enhance its appearance.
    A substance that is used to cover or protect an object.
    The candy had a chocolate coating that made it more appealing.
    A thin layer of material applied to a surface.
    The polymer coating on the metal parts helps to prevent rust.
    verb
    To apply a layer or covering to something.
    They are coating the wooden furniture with varnish.
    To cover something with a particular substance.
    She is coating the doughnut with powdered sugar.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'coat', which means to cover with a layer; originally from Middle English 'coten' from Old French 'coter'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    paint coating
    A layer of paint applied for protection or aesthetics.
    coating process
    The procedure of applying a layer to a surface.
    protective coating
    A protective layer to prevent damage.

    Related Words

    coat
    To cover with a layer.
    layer
    A sheet, quantity, or thickness of material, typically one of several, covering a surface.
    film
    A thin flexible layer or coating.

    Slang Meanings

    To coat something heavily with substances, often used in the context of food.
    That burger is all coated with cheese and sauces!
    Overdoing something, similar to putting too much coating.
    She really coated her makeup today.