OPSONIFYING Synonyms

• a thin layer covering something

• a decorative texture or appearance of a surface (or the substance that gives it that appearance)

• a heavy fabric suitable for coats

• the work of applying something

• a natural object that covers or envelops

• an artifact that covers something else (usually to protect or shelter or conceal it)

• the act of concealing the existence of something by obstructing the view of it

• the act of protecting something by covering it

• the work of applying something

• the act of making something completely wet

• savory dressings for salads; basically of two kinds: either the thin French or vinaigrette type or the creamy mayonnaise type

• a mixture of seasoned ingredients used to stuff meats and vegetables

• making fertile as by applying fertilizer or manure

• a cloth covering for a wound or sore

• processes in the conversion of rough hides into leather

• the activity of getting dressed; putting on clothes

• the act of applying a bandage

• something added to food primarily for the savor it imparts

• the act of adding a seasoning to food

• the froth produced by soaps or detergents

• agitation resulting from active worry

• a workman who puts up laths

• the foam resulting from excessive sweating (as on a horse)

• beat severely with a whip or rod

• form a lather

• exude sweat or lather

• rub soap all over, usually with the purpose of cleaning

• soak in marinade

• slanderous defamation

• a thin tissue or blood sample spread on a glass slide and stained for cytologic examination and diagnosis under a microscope

• a blemish made by dirt

• an act that brings discredit to the person who does it

• stain by smearing or daubing with a dirty substance

• make a smudge on; soil by smudging

• cover (a surface) by smearing (a substance) over it

• charge falsely or with malicious intent; attack the good name and reputation of someone