nail polish

noun

: a liquid that is used to paint fingernails and toenails

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Any manicure obsessive can attest to the fact that even the slightest difference in tone, finish, or opacity can completely transform a nail polish. Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 4 Aug. 2026 As students get older, Ness said, backpacks can become more personal storage than school storage, carrying items such as makeup, nail polish and hair dryers. Cheyanne Mumphrey, Fortune, 4 Aug. 2026 If a stain happens, never use nail polish remover or acetone to try and remove it, as these can damage your floors permanently. Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 31 July 2026 The toiletry bag features a wide opening to a spacious compartment that holds your toothbrush, nail polish, skincare products, hair accessories, and plenty of other travel essentials. Destinee Scott, Travel + Leisure, 14 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for nail polish

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“Nail polish.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nail%20polish. Accessed 6 Aug. 2026.

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