enamel
Translation
enamel
Examples
Acidic drinks can damage tooth enamel.
Acidic drinks can damage tooth enamel.
The artist used enamel on the copper vase.
The artist used enamel on the copper vase.
She painted her nails with red enamel.
She painted her nails with red enamel.
Grammar Patterns
tooth enamel the hard outer layer of a tooth Acidic drinks can damage tooth enamel.
Similar Words
Synonyms: coating, glaze, varnish, lacquer
Etymology
From Old French 'esmail', related to the Germanic word 'smeltan' (to smelt/melt). The idea is melting something to create a coating.
Memory Tips
Think of the hard, shiny surface on your teeth or on a painted object. It's a protective 'enamel' layer.