Noun Definition
gloss
1.Definition: an alphabetical list of technical terms in some specialized field of knowledge; usually published as an appendix to a text on that field
Related Noun(s):glossary
Category: General2.Definition: an explanation or definition of an obscure word in a text
Related Noun(s):rubric
Category: General3.Definition: an outward or token appearance or form that is deliberately misleading
"He hoped his claims would have a semblance of authenticity", "He tried to give his falsehood the gloss of moral sanction", "The situation soon took on a different color"
Category: General4.Definition: the property of being smooth and shiny
Related Noun(s):burnish, glossiness, polish
Category: General