fine layer

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a very thin layer of a substance, such as dust or sand

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Examples (10)

  • Everything was covered with a fine layer of dust.
  • A fine layer of frost glistened on the grass this morning.
  • The artist applied a fine layer of varnish to protect the painting.
  • The beach was covered in a fine layer of white sand.
  • A fine layer of mist hung over the lake at dawn.
  • The table had a fine layer of pollen after the window was left open.
  • You should apply a fine layer of oil to the pan before cooking.
  • The archaeologist carefully brushed away a fine layer of silt.
  • The cake was finished with a fine layer of powdered sugar.
  • A fine layer of ash settled on the cars after the volcanic eruption.