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Webster's 1828 Dictionary

JAPANNING

ppr. Varnishing in the manner of the Japanese; giving a glossy black surface.

 

JAPANNING

n.The art of varnishing and drawing figures on wood or other material, in the manner practiced by the Japanese.

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary

JAPANNING

JAPANNING Ja *pan "ning, n.

 

Defn: The art or act of varnishing in the Japanese manner.