Coating
/ˈkoʊtɪŋ/
Definitions
2 meaningsA layer of material applied to a surface for protection, decoration, or other purposes.
/ˈkoʊtɪŋ/
A layer covering a surface.
The furniture had a beautiful lacquer coating.
💡 Simply: It's like a layer of something on top of something else, like a blanket on a bed or icing on a cake!
👶 For kids: It's like a jacket for something!
More Examples
A protective coating is necessary for outdoor furniture.
How It's Used
"The car received a protective coating of wax."
"The chocolate coating on the candy was delicious."
To apply a layer of a substance to a surface.
/ˈkoʊtɪŋ/
To cover with a layer of material.
He coated the bread with butter.
💡 Simply: It's like putting a layer on something, like frosting a cake or putting sunscreen on your skin.
👶 For kids: To put something on top of something else.
More Examples
The pills were coated to make them easier to swallow.
How It's Used
"She coated the chicken in breadcrumbs before frying."
"The metal parts were coated with a rust-resistant sealant."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
From Middle English *coten, from Old French *cote, from Vulgar Latin *cotta ('a piece of cloth'). The meaning evolved to refer to a covering layer.
Historically, the word's usage often referred to clothing or fabrics, before expanding to its current wider usage.
Memory tip
Think of a coat of paint – it's a coating!
Word Origin
"piece of cloth"