The fabric has a coating that prevents liquids from soaking through.
A light coating of snow had fallen.
There was a coating of ice on the pond.
Recent Examples on the WebThe two types of coatings that are most important to consider are anti-scratch coating and anti-reflective coating.—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 18 Mar. 2024 The brand new treats have a white chocolate center with vanilla ice cream and cherry notes, and are surrounded in a dark chocolate coating.—Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 15 Mar. 2024 The anti-fog coating helps swimmers maintain a clear view, while the button-release design makes getting them on and off quick and simple.—Ambrosia V. Brody, Parents, 14 Mar. 2024 Just a puck of coffee held together by a food-safe coating of seaweed.—Jaina Grey, WIRED, 13 Mar. 2024 Two of the cars that derailed had been holding nearly 386,000 pounds of acrylates, strong-smelling, highly irritating chemicals that are used to make paints, coatings, caulks and sealants.—Brenda Goodman, CNN, 9 Mar. 2024 Rains is known for their protective gear, and this small weekender comes with a coating that can withstand light rain.—Chadner Navarro, Travel + Leisure, 27 Feb. 2024 It’s typically seen in the waterproof coating in washable or stain-resistant rugs.—Alida Nugent, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Feb. 2024 Electronic screens: The acid in vinegar could damage the screens or the protective coating on TVs, computers and mobile phones, Beckman says.—Stacey Colino, Washington Post, 6 Mar. 2024
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