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Meanings of french polish in English

Russian
политура
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Wood finishing technique.

политура

A varnish for wood consisting of shellac dissolved in alcohol.

Usage of french polish in English
1
It's not French polish, but I've never seen varnish as good as this.
The Intriguers
2
These processes have practically replaced French polishing in the trade.
Handwork in Wood
3
Soft cloth without lint is necessary for French polishing.
Handwork in Wood
4
By repeated oiling and shellacking one produces a French polish that is very durable and elastic.
Hunting with the Bow & Arrow
5
Truly the old Edinburgh Assembly Rooms had their secrets, and contained exciting enough elements under their formal French polish.
Girlhood and Womanhood / The Story of some Fortunes and Misfortu...
6
I can tell you with some authority that vodka and French polish are barely distinguishable by smell alone, except that French polish is the sweeter.
The Guardian
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