rerub

/ˈrɛruːb/

Definitions

1. noun

a second or additional coat or layer of something, especially paint or varnish.

“She applied a rerub to the old furniture to restore its original sheen.”

2. verb

to apply a second or additional coat or layer of something, especially paint or varnish.

“He rerubbed the entire wall to achieve a uniform color.”

Synonyms

  • overcoat
  • recoat

Antonyms

  • undercoat