1. to coat or cover with japan (a hard, glossy black lacquer or varnish)
Usage: third person singular present tense of japan; technical/specialized

1. plural of japan; hard, glossy black lacquer or varnish used as a coating
Usage: technical/specialized; often used in historical or decorative contexts

Examples

• The craftsman japans the wooden furniture with a traditional black lacquer.
• Different japans were applied to protect the metal surface from rust.
• She japans each piece by hand to achieve the desired glossy finish.
• The antique japans on the cabinet have darkened over the centuries.
• He japans the decorative boxes using an old family technique.