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    Lustre (en. Gloss)

    /ˈlus.tɾe/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    The shine or glow that is reflected on a surface.
    The lustre of the treated wood enhances its beauty.
    El lustre de la madera tratada realza su belleza.
    The smooth and shiny appearance that a material has, especially after being polished.
    The lustre of the metal makes it very attractive.
    El lustre del metal lo hace muy atractivo.
    The quality of something that shines or glows.
    The lustre of her doll was very well cared for.
    El lustre de su muñeca fue muy bien cuidado.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'lustro', which means 'to illuminate' or 'to shine'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to give lustre to
    To glamorize or beautify something so it stands out.
    dar lustre a
    to lose its lustre
    To lose the quality or appeal it had.
    perder el lustre
    to shine with lustre
    To be notable or outstanding in some activity.
    brillar con lustre

    Related Words

    lustrous
    Having a lot of shine.
    lustroso
    lustration
    The action of giving lustre or shine to something.
    lustración
    illumination
    The action of giving light or clarity.
    iluminación

    Slang Meanings

    Shine or attractiveness that one wants to give to a person.
    That outfit gives her a lustre that catches the eye.
    Esa ropa le da un lustre que llama la atención.
    Spice or energy given to a party.
    The music and decoration added a lot of lustre to the celebration.
    La música y la decoración le dieron mucho lustre a la celebración.