I.
noun
ADJECTIVE
▪ clear , transparent
▪ gloss , glossy
▪ discoloured/discolored
▪
The painting was obscured by discoloured/discolored ~ and a heavy layer of grime.
▪ protective
… OF VARNISH
▪ coat
▪
The table needed two coats of ~.
VERB + VARNISH
▪ apply
▪
Apply the ~ evenly over the whole surface.
▪ remove , scrape away , scrape off , strip , strip off
VARNISH + VERB
▪ dry
▪ protect sth
▪
You need a good quality ~ to protect the timber.
II.
verb
Varnish is used with these nouns as the object: ↑ nail , ↑ woodwork