gloss

US /ɡlɑːs/
UK /ɡlɑːs/
1.

glans

shine or luster on a smooth surface.

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hair with a healthy gloss
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shinesheenlustergleampatinabrightnessbrillianceshimmersparklepolishburnishglazevarnish
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dullness
2.

glans

a superficially attractive appearance or impression.

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beneath the gloss of success was a tragic private life
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facadeveneersurfacefrontshowcamouflagedisguisemasksemblancesmokescreenwindow dressing
1.

glans

apply a glossy substance to.

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the singer glossed her lips a deep red
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shineglazepolishburnish
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lip glossgloss over