I. i-ˈna-məl transitive verb
( -eled or -elled ; -el·ing or enam·el·ling -ˈnam-liŋ, -ˈna-mə-)
Etymology: Middle English, from Anglo-French enameller, from en- + asmal, esmal enamel, of Germanic origin; akin to Old High German smelzan to melt — more at smelt
Date: 14th century
1. : to cover, inlay, or decorate with enamel
2. : to beautify with a colorful surface
3. : to form a glossy surface on (as paper, leather, or cloth)
• enam·el·er noun
• enam·el·ist -mə-list noun
II. noun
Date: 15th century
1. : a usually opaque vitreous composition applied by fusion to the surface of metal, glass, or pottery
2. : a surface or outer covering that resembles enamel
3.
a. : something that is enameled
b. : enamelware
4. : a cosmetic intended to give a smooth or glossy appearance
5. : a hard calcareous substance that forms a thin layer capping the teeth — see tooth illustration
6. : a paint that flows out to a smooth coat when applied and that dries with a glossy appearance