shell-lac, n. [Shell + lac a resinous substance; cf. D. shellak, G. schellack.].
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Lac which has been reduced to a thin crust. See the Note under 2d
Lac. [
1913 Webster]
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A solution of shellac{1} in alcohol or other volatile solvent, used as a varnish. [PJC]
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A phonograph record, made of a material containing shellac; -- no longer manufactured. [PJC]