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Updated June 2026
A thin layer or covering of something spread over a surface. It can also refer to the process of applying such a layer for protection or decoration.
“The metal surface needs a protective coating to prevent rust.”
Contains -ING ending; watch for the COAT- root pattern
Worth 10 points; technical term useful in various contexts
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