Meaning & use
Rouging
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Applying rouge, a cosmetic or polishing compound, to something such as cheeks or metal.
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The actress was rouging her cheeks before stepping onto the stage.
Jewelers use a rouging compound to bring a high polish to gold and silver.
A note on using this word
Beyond cosmetics, "rouging" is a technical term in metalworking and jewelry for polishing with a fine abrasive compound.
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reddeningpolishing
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