as in covered
to form a layer over
thicken the sauce until it will coat the back of a spoon
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Recent Examples of coated
Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2025
Made in Italy like his suitcase, the bag is made from coated canvas and is designed as a weekend bag, perfect for four days in Brazil.
—Kansas City Star, 5 Sep. 2025
The palate itself is notably creamy, leading with vanilla and passionfruit custard before diving into sugar-and-spice coated cashews, sweetened green tea, and a barely-there thread of matcha.
—David Thomas Tao, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Sprinkle pistachios over coated donuts.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Aug. 2025
As if that isn’t enough, Isa’s plunks a tamarind-coated straw and a gummy snack on top.
—Rachel Bernhard, jsonline.com, 24 Aug. 2025
Offering 10×42 magnification with multi-coated lenses, these Smithsonian binoculars deliver crisp views of distant bird activity.
—Jené Luciani Sena
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links., FOXNews.com, 6 Aug. 2025
New Atlas, 9 Sep. 2025
Use in anti-counterfeiting measures In this new study, researchers placed a liquid crystal solution between two pieces of glass coated with dye molecules.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 9 Sep. 2025
Cook stirring frequently until walnuts are coated, about 5 to 6 minutes.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Sep. 2025
Repeat until all eggplant has been coated.
—Bethany Thayer, Freep.com, 6 Sep. 2025
In a photo, he can be seen lying on the bare floor wearing a Los Angeles T-shirt, his limbs coated in blood and dirt.
—Brendan Rascius, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Sep. 2025
These tasty snacks combine a soft yellow sponge cake layered with creamy peanut butter filling, which is all coated in smooth chocolate frosting.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 4 Sep. 2025
Dust coated my skin, dried out my contact lenses.
—Shaun McKinnon, AZCentral.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Europe's decision to ban the chemical for cosmetic use means that nail salon clients living within the bloc will no longer have their fingernails coated in potentially toxic TPO products.
—Chloe Mayer, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Verb
Crafted with Coach’s blend of refined calf leather and signature coated canvas, the Willow Tote is durable enough to withstand everyday use while maintaining an elegant and sophisticated look.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2025
Made in Italy like his suitcase, the bag is made from coated canvas and is designed as a weekend bag, perfect for four days in Brazil.
—Kansas City Star, 5 Sep. 2025
The palate itself is notably creamy, leading with vanilla and passionfruit custard before diving into sugar-and-spice coated cashews, sweetened green tea, and a barely-there thread of matcha.
—David Thomas Tao, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Sprinkle pistachios over coated donuts.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Aug. 2025
As if that isn’t enough, Isa’s plunks a tamarind-coated straw and a gummy snack on top.
—Rachel Bernhard, jsonline.com, 24 Aug. 2025
Offering 10×42 magnification with multi-coated lenses, these Smithsonian binoculars deliver crisp views of distant bird activity.
—Jené Luciani Sena
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links., FOXNews.com, 6 Aug. 2025
Adjective
Some people take all the components off the frame, strip off all the decals, then get the whole thing sanded and powder-coated with a fresh coat of paint.
—New Atlas, 9 Sep. 2025
Use in anti-counterfeiting measures In this new study, researchers placed a liquid crystal solution between two pieces of glass coated with dye molecules.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 9 Sep. 2025
Cook stirring frequently until walnuts are coated, about 5 to 6 minutes.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Sep. 2025
Repeat until all eggplant has been coated.
—Bethany Thayer, Freep.com, 6 Sep. 2025
In a photo, he can be seen lying on the bare floor wearing a Los Angeles T-shirt, his limbs coated in blood and dirt.
—Brendan Rascius, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Sep. 2025
These tasty snacks combine a soft yellow sponge cake layered with creamy peanut butter filling, which is all coated in smooth chocolate frosting.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 4 Sep. 2025
Dust coated my skin, dried out my contact lenses.
—Shaun McKinnon, AZCentral.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Europe's decision to ban the chemical for cosmetic use means that nail salon clients living within the bloc will no longer have their fingernails coated in potentially toxic TPO products.
—Chloe Mayer, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for coated
Verb
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His memorial was covered with flowers and handwritten notes of love and gratitude.—
Samantha-Jo Roth,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
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Free cash flow is the money that remains in a company's coffers after operating expenses and capital expenditures are covered.—
Liz Napolitano,
CNBC,
12 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Slytherin doughnut: Original glazed doughnut topped with chocolate and green buttercream, chocolate sugar cookies and the Slytherin crest.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Charlotte Observer,
21 Aug. 2025
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Now every table features at least one order, dripping honey butter and glistening like a glazed donut.—
Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
20 Aug. 2025
Verb
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This despite the fact that Kraft and a super PAC backing him have blanketed the airwaves with millions of dollars of TV ads boosting Kraft’s visibility and attacking Wu.—
Joe Battenfeld,
Boston Herald,
6 Sep. 2025
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The collapse left her living room blanketed in drywall pieces and insulation bits and damaged some of her possessions.—
Nathan Pilling,
Kansas City Star,
5 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Style insiders are going all in on the look, too; fashion month’s crowds were awash in brushed knits, and New Yorkers of all stripes have pulled out their shaggiest jumpers as sweater weather has descended upon the city.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
4 Nov. 2024
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Made from 100 percent cotton with a fleece interior and a brushed flannel shell, the Legendary Whitetails Camp Night Jacket can be worn as a shirt or jacket, depending on the weather.—
Gabrielle Porcaro,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Jan. 2023
Adjective
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Most java lovers are familiar with ground coffee: roasted coffee beans that have been ground for use in a coffee machine.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Southern Living,
21 Aug. 2025
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Instant blends can simply be stirred into hot water, while ground coffee blends can be prepared with a traditional coffee maker or a French press for a particularly rich, earthy brew.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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With a yellow gold case framing the timeless depth of a polished Onyx dial, the Geneva Minute Repeater was one of the absolute best drops in Geneva last week.—
Thor Svaboe,
Robb Report,
9 Sep. 2025
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Tongue-and-groove construction makes for easy installation on site and a polished look when finished.—
Miles Walls,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Coated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coated. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.
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