japanned

[juh-pand]

japanned Definition

• 1. coated with a hard, glossy varnish
• 2. a type of lacquer originally from Japan

Using japanned: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "japanned" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The cabinet was japanned in black.

• Example

  The antique vase was beautifully japanned.

• Example

  The japanned box gleamed in the sunlight.

japanned Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for japanned

• varnished
• lacquered
• enameled

Phrases with japanned

• japanned leather

  leather that has been coated with a hard, glossy varnish

  Example

  The japanned leather on the chair was starting to crack.

• japanned tin

  tin that has been coated with a hard, glossy varnish

  Example

  The japanned tin box was used to store tea leaves.

• japanned ware

  metalware that has been coated with a hard, glossy varnish

  Example

  The japanned ware on display at the museum was from the 18th century.

Origins of japanned

from the French word 'japon' meaning 'Japan'

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Summary: japanned in Brief

'Japanned' [juh-panned] refers to a hard, glossy varnish coating on an object or material. It can also refer to a type of lacquer originally from Japan. Examples include 'The cabinet was japanned in black' and 'The antique vase was beautifully japanned.' Other phrases include 'japanned leather,' 'japanned tin,' and 'japanned ware.'