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Meaning of "brightwork" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF BRIGHTWORK

ˈbraɪtˌwɜːk


GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF BRIGHTWORK

noun
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preposition
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determiner
exclamation
Brightwork is a noun.
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WHAT DOES BRIGHTWORK MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Brightwork

On boats, particularly wooden boats, brightwork is exposed metal and varnished woodworking, though amongst the yachting set it more often refers to the woodwork. The metal is usually brass or bronze that is kept polished, or stainless steel, which requires less maintenance. In the past, due to the environmental exposure experienced by boats, corrosion and UV damage made maintaining brightwork both Sisyphean and extremely labor-intensive. However, with the development of improved UV-absorbers and filters in the chemical composition of the various marine varnishes, this work is not as intensive as it once was. Varnished finishes are maintained by sanding and re-finishing, and metalwork is maintained by polishing. Novice boat owners who wish to do their own varnishing may be intimidated by horror stories recounted by ill-informed or malicious advisors, but with the use of quality products and modern techniques, there is no reason why the upkeep of marine varnish on a well-used vessel even in the tropic latitudes should be overly daunting. As in all artisanal practices, prep work is key.

Definition of brightwork in the English dictionary

The definition of brightwork in the dictionary is shiny metal trimmings or fittings on ships, cars, etc. Other definition of brightwork is varnished or plain woodwork on a vessel.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH BRIGHTWORK

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WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE BRIGHTWORK

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WORDS THAT END LIKE BRIGHTWORK

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Synonyms and antonyms of brightwork in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «brightwork» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF BRIGHTWORK

Find out the translation of brightwork to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.

The translations of brightwork from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «brightwork» in English.
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发亮
1,325 millions of speakers
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náuticas
570 millions of speakers
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brightwork
510 millions of speakers
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brightwork
380 millions of speakers
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المصقولة
280 millions of speakers
ru

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облицовка
278 millions of speakers
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brightwork
270 millions of speakers
bn

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brightsome
260 millions of speakers
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brightwork
220 millions of speakers
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Brilianome
190 millions of speakers
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bright
180 millions of speakers
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brightwork
130 millions of speakers
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의 brightwork
85 millions of speakers
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Brilianome
85 millions of speakers
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brightwork
80 millions of speakers
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brightsome
75 millions of speakers
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आनंदी
75 millions of speakers
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brightsome
70 millions of speakers
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brightwork
65 millions of speakers
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brightwork
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облицювання
40 millions of speakers
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lustruit
30 millions of speakers
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brightwork
15 millions of speakers
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brightwork
14 millions of speakers
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bright
10 millions of speakers
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bright
5 millions of speakers

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «BRIGHTWORK»

Discover the use of brightwork in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to brightwork and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Brightwork: The Art of Finishing Wood
"As well as being a comprehensive guide to wood finishing, this work celebrates the beauty of brightwork on boats.
Rebecca Wittman, 2006
2
Brightwork: Classic American Car Ornamentation
Offers photographs of American car hood ornaments, horn buttons, and emblems from the early 1930s through the late 1950s and discusses the history of car design.
Ken Steacy, 2000
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The Brightwork Companion: Tried-and-True Methods and ...
There is so much technical expertise in this book, in fact, that you'll wonder how Rebecca Wittman managed at the same time to load it with wit, opinion, encouragement, and insight.
Rebecca Wittman, 2003
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Ultimate Auto Detailing Projects
PROJECT. 4. Grille,. Brightwork,. and. Running. Boards. Time: 1/2 to 1 hour Tools : All-purpose cleaner, cleaning cloths, toothbrush, paintbrush, number 0000 steel wool Talent: if. Tab: $1. $5. Tip: Have patience to prevent smears or scratches ...
David H. Jacobs, 2003
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InfoWorld
Brightwork. mailing. shows. that. staying. legal. can. be. scary. Conference. Calls. /. Rachel. Parker. Software. shows. are. banking. on. incomplete. packaged. products. The combination never jelled. People who went to Software Development ...
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PC Mag
Brightwork D('v('/(J[)HI('!1I Inc. Briglitiiiirk Utilities for lliitllare BY KEVIN BACHUS Brightwork Development's Brightwork Utilities for NetWare, Version 1.0, handles the integration of its components better than most. It combines five ...
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Transformations: Identity Construction in Contemporary Culture
No doubt, I have created an imbalance on the other side, ignoring the nihilism and despair that haunted the brightwork enterprise. But I believe this enterprise is a modernist one as much as the beats are, and room must be made for it in the ...
Grant David McCracken, 2008
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Camaro Owner's Handbook: Maintenance, Restoration and Repair ...
BRIGHTWORK. REPLACEMENT! , ADJUSTMENT. One of the major factors that set a Camaro apart from its more pedestrian Nova and Malibu siblings is style. Even though the two Chevrolet sedans share many a common suspension, brake , ...
Ron Sessions, 1999
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Yachting
Whatever your finish is, Rebecca Wittman and her book Brightwork make you want to rush down to the dock with brush (or heatgun) in hand. A striking woman with obvious determination, Wittman grew up on an Idaho cattle ranch as the third  ...
10
Electronic Classics: Collecting, Restoring and Repair
BRIGHTWORK. AND. PLATING. CLEANING. BRIGHTWORK. To clean brass, chrome and nickel use an impregnated wadding such as Duraglit, or if it is really dirty use a cloth and either a liquid cleaner like Brasso or a paste such as Solvol  ...
Andrew Emmerson, 1998

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «BRIGHTWORK»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term brightwork is used in the context of the following news items.
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Replenish Festival
The main acts on Saturday evening will begin with the band Brightwork, followed by The JJ Weeks Band, and finishing up the night with Eddie James Ministries. «Roanoke Times, Jul 15»
2
2016 Fiat 500 Revealed With Revised Styling, More Tech
Clear visual changes on the outside include the revised front bumper, new lights and extra chrome brightwork. Move inside and you're greeted ... «Motor Authority, Jul 15»
3
2015 Holden Calais V Sportwagon review | road test
The Calais V is marked out by larger alloy wheels, some brightwork around the LED daytime running lights and fog light cluster as well as the ... «Cars Guide, Jul 15»
4
Sporting Sprint 150 true to Vespa's style
The luxuriously-applied paint, durable brightwork, and all-metal construction are all still appreciable with the Vietnamese-made Sprint. «Stuff.co.nz, Jul 15»
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Mahogany Memories boat show comes to Essex July 11
... boat era will be on display — many which sport mahogany dashboards, chrome hardware and brightwork reflective of period boats. «Middletown Press, Jul 15»
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Essex: CT River Museum to host 'Mahogany Memories' boat show
Many of them with mahogany dashboards, chrome hardware and elegant brightwork are reflective of period boats. One fascinating automobile ... «Middletown Press, Jul 15»
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ROAD TEST: GMC Canyon - making more out of a...
The GMC Canyon, emphasizes bling as well as brawn, with standard alloy wheels and extensive chrome brightwork on the big GMC grille, ... «durhamregion.com, Jul 15»
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Bentley adds a sportier edge to stately driving in Mulsanne Speed …
The exterior of the Mulsanne Speed is highlighted with dark tint used on the car's brightwork, specifically the front grille, headlight surrounds, ... «New York Daily News, Jun 15»
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2015.5 Volvo V60 Cross Country Platinum Review
Inside, the quarters are well appointed with ample soft touch, nice graining and brightwork, and seats upholstered in optional “Beechwood Sport” leather. 2015.5 ... «Wheels.ca, Jun 15»
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Porsche 911 Targa with the Singer touch is a West Coast wunderkind
As with all its previous offerings, Singer has 'ennobled' the brightwork (including the iconic hoop) of this sports car by rendering it in nickel – the ... «Classic Driver, Jun 15»
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