paint finish

collocation in English

meaningsofpaintandfinish

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paint
noun[C or U]
uk
/peɪnt/us
/peɪnt/
a coloured liquid that is put on a surface such as a wall to ...
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finish
noun[C]
uk
/ˈfɪn.ɪʃ/us
/ˈfɪn.ɪʃ/
the end of a race, or the last part ...
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(Definition ofpaintandfinishfrom theCambridge English Dictionary© Cambridge University Press)

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The only paint finishes available were pearlescent or metallic.
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Although they're as strong as paint finishes, they do not hold up as well as electroplated finishes.
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The robotic skid wash-art designed to eliminate paint build-up and to give the ultimatepaintfinish.
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Thepaintfinishon military aircraft serves two functions.
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It is the first vehicle in the small car segment to feature this uniquepaintfinish.
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It is made from a carbon fibre/glass/epoxy composite material that is thinner than thepaintfinish.
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The main external visual difference was the presence of a glosspaintfinish, with a light grey undersurface, to protect against sea spray.
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Reflecting the mattpaintfinishof the exterior, the cabin has a back-to-basics feel.
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Thepaintfinishis metallic dark green, and changes reflections and colour depending on the light and landscape.
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Candy refers to a high glosspaintfinishapplied to automobiles.
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The wheels remain unchanged from normal model but came with gunmetalpaintfinish.
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Pozzolanic materials are occasionally added to give a much harder wearingpaintfinish.
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The architect has had to substitute felt roofs for asphalt and to economise on paint finishes, floor specifications and floor finishes.
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Historic paint finishes have been carefully conserved to their original hue.
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Paint finishes are for both steel and aluminum furniture, although it easily scratches and rusts.
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Paint finishes have improved as have car washing processes, and this perception of vehicle damage is much less prevalent today.
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