glaze

nouns

any of various thin shiny (savory or sweet) coatings applied to foods

glaze

is a type of (narrower)

a flavorful addition on top of a dish

a glossy finish on a fabric

glaze

is a type of (narrower)

the property of being smooth and shiny

a coating for ceramics, metal, etc.

glaze

is a type of (narrower)

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

"the boat had a metallic finish"; "he applied a coat of a clear finish"; "when the finish is too thin it is difficult to apply evenly"

coat with a glaze

"the potter glazed the dishes"; "glaze the bread with eggwhite"

glaze

see also

is a type of (narrower)

put a coat on; cover the surface of; furnish with a surface

"coat the cake with chocolate"

become glassy or take on a glass-like appearance

"Her eyes glaze over when she is bored"

glass, glass over, glaze, glaze over

furnish with glass

"glass the windows"

glass, glaze

is derived from

coat with something sweet, such as a hard sugar glaze

candy, glaze, sugarcoat