shellac
noun [ U ] uk/ʃəˈlæk/ us/ʃəˈlæk/
虫胶漆
a substance obtained from an insect that is melted into small thin pieces and used for making varnish (= a liquid for painting onto surfaces to make them shiny) and for many other purposes
The pottery is covered with a layer of varnish or shellac. 陶器上涂着一层清漆或虫胶漆。
A vinyl record would be far superior to a shellac record. 黑胶唱片比虫胶唱片好得多。
trademark (also Shellac)虫胶牌甲油胶（常用于代指所有甲油胶）
a brand name for a type of nail polish (= coloured liquid for painting on your nails) that consists of gel (= a thick, clear liquid) and traditional nail polish
Because Shellac is like a polish, it can't be used to extend the nail. 因为甲油胶就像指甲油一样，所以不能用来延长指甲。
Shellac nails can be removed by a manicurist within five to fifteen minutes. 美甲师可以在五到十五分钟内把甲油胶洗掉。
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- One of the main ingredients in mascara is shellac.
- The choice of shellac or varnish for finishing will depend upon the use and condition of the work to be finished.
- Shellac manicures are growing in popularity.
- Kim suggested that I take a break from the Shellac and just use a polish.