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 Definitions of luster  [ˈlʌs tər]  

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Definition of 'luster' Random House Webster's College Dictionary 

1. (n.) luster
the state or quality of shining by reflecting light:
the luster of satin.

2.  luster
a substance, as a coating or polish, used to impart sheen or gloss.

3.  luster
radiant or luminous brightness; brilliance.

4.  luster
radiance of beauty, excellence, distinction, or glory:
achievements that add luster to one's name.

5.  luster
a shining ornament, as a cut-glass pendant.

6.  luster
a chandelier, candleholder, etc., ornamented with cut-glass pendants.

7.  luster
any fabric with a lustrous finish.

8.  luster
an iridescent metallic film produced on the surface of a ceramic glaze.

9.  luster
the nature of a mineral surface with respect to its reflective qualities.

10. (v.t.) luster
to finish (fur, cloth, pottery, etc.) with a luster or gloss.

Etymology:  (1375–1425; lustre < L)

Definition of 'luster' Princeton's WordNet 

1. (noun) luster, lustre, brilliancy, splendor, splendour
a quality that outshines the usual

2. (noun) shininess, sheen, luster, lustre
the visual property of something that shines with reflected light

3. (noun) luster, lustre
a surface coating for ceramics or porcelain


Definition of 'luster' Webster Dictionary 

1. (noun) luster
one who lusts

2. (noun) luster
alt. of Lustre

3. (verb) luster
alt. of Lustre



'luster' - Nearby Entries  

lusitania  lusitanian  lust after  luster  lusterless  lusterlessness  lusterware  



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