Collocations for gloss - noun Contents ADJECTIVE VERB + gloss gloss + NOUN ADJECTIVE clear, high Use a high gloss paint. lip (usually lipgloss) Back to top ▲ VERB + gloss add We used a gel to add gloss to her hair. lose (esp. BrE) Back to top ▲ gloss + NOUN finish, paint furniture with a dark gloss finish Back to top ▲