1. • noun - an explanation or definition of an obscure word in a text
   • noun - an alphabetical list of technical terms in some specialized field of knowledge
   • noun - the property of being smooth and shiny
   • noun - an outward or token appearance or form that is deliberately misleading
   • verb - give a shine or gloss to, usually by rubbing
   • verb - provide interlinear explanations for words or phrases
   • verb - provide an interlinear translation of a word or phrase
   • verb - give a deceptive explanation or excuse for
2. • A surface shininess or luster.
   • A superficially or deceptively attractive appearance.
   • To give a bright sheen or luster to.
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   • A brief explanatory note or translation of a difficult or technical expression usually inserted in the margin or between lines of a text or manuscript.
   • A collection of such notes; a glossary.
   • An extensive commentary, often accompanying a text or publication.
   • A purposefully misleading interpretation or explanation.
   • To provide (an expression or a text) with a gloss or glosses.
   • To give a false interpretation to.
3. • adj - reflecting light evenly and efficiently

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