noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb
wood filler; filling material
A substance used to fill pores, cracks, or grain in wood before finishing. Common in woodworking and DIY contexts.
木材の表面に目止めを塗ってから塗装する。
Apply wood filler to the surface of the wood before painting.
このテーブルは目止めを
This table has been filled, so water doesn't soak in easily.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb
sealing pottery with rice water
A traditional technique of boiling unglazed pottery in water mixed with rice or flour to seal tiny pores. Rare, specialized term in ceramics.
素焼きの器を目止めしてから本焼きする。
After sealing the bisque-fired piece with rice water, it is glaze-fired.