/ˈsɜːrbeɪt/ (sur-BAYT)

Definitions

1. verb

to cover or overspread something, especially a surface, with a fine powder or dust

“The painter will have to surbate the furniture before applying the varnish.”

2. verb

to powder or dust something

“The antique restorer had to surbate the delicate carvings to restore their original sheen.”

3. noun

a powder or dust used for polishing or cleaning

“The restorer used a special type of surbate to bring out the intricate designs on the ancient vase.”