bestreichen
- To coat or spread a substance over a surface, typically with a brush or similar tool. verbShe decided to bestreichen the bread with butter before toasting it.The artist carefully bestreichen the canvas with a layer of primer.
- To apply a layer of something, such as paint or glaze, to an object or surface. verbThe chef bestreichen the pastry with egg wash to give it a golden finish.He bestreichen the wooden table with varnish to protect it from scratches.