nail varnish

noun

British.

1. nail polish.

Word History and Origins

Origin of nail varnish¹

First recorded in 1925–30

Example Sentences

The researchers envision the treatment being available in two forms: a daily-use toothpaste or a professional gel applied by dentists, similar to nail varnish.

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The report found issues that compromised infection control as staff members of all groups were not wearing a mask properly, did not have bare arms below the elbow and were wearing jewellery or nail varnish.

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"I decided to paint the stretch marks on with nail varnish," she said.

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Brightly coloured nail varnish is now appearing around the domino tables of south London.

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That makes this shade of nail varnish, described on the JINsoon website as a “dreamy sheer white reminiscent of organza fabric,” the perfect on-trend stocking stuffer.

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