varnishing day en · NOUN
Meanings
- The final day before a public exhibition; originally the day when artists could apply a final coat of varnish to their paintings after they had been hung, now the day when artists can make finishing touches, make sure pictures have been hung the right way up etc., and meet their fellow artists.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| varnishing days | Number=Plur | lexicographic |