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GLOSSING

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 8 meanings of the word Glossing.

Glossing - as a noun

An explanation or definition of an obscure word in a text

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rubric

An alphabetical list of technical terms in some specialized field of knowledge; usually published as an appendix to a text on that field

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
glossary

The property of being smooth and shiny

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
burnishglossinesspolish
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
smoothnesseffulgenceradianceradiancyrefulgencerefulgencyshine
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

An outward or token appearance or form that is deliberately misleading

Example: "He hoped his claims would have a semblance of authenticity"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
colorcoloursemblance
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
appearancevisual aspect
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Glossing - as a verb

Give a shine or gloss to, usually by rubbing

Provide interlinear explanations for words or phrases

Example: "He annotated on what his teacher had written"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
annotatecomment

Provide an interlinear translation of a word or phrase

Give a deceptive explanation or excuse for

Example: "Color a lie"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
colorcolour

Example Sentences

"She is an expert in glossing and linguistic analysis."
"The glossing of this particular word is quite challenging."
"He spent hours meticulously glossing the text."
"The art of glossing allows us to better understand ancient languages."
"The accuracy of glossing can greatly impact the translation."
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Word Game Points

Is GLOSSING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, glossing is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

GLOSSING has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is GLOSSING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, glossing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
GLOSSING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is GLOSSING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, glossing is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
GLOSSING has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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