1. Noun
Work varnished and figured in the Japanese manner; also, the varnish or lacquer used in japanning.
2. Adjective
Of or pertaining to Japan, or to the lacquered work of that country; as, Japan ware.
3. Verb
To cover with a coat of hard, brilliant varnish, in the manner of the Japanese; to lacquer.
4. Verb
To give a glossy black to, as shoes.
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