Definition of japan

• n. - Work varnished and figured in the Japanese manner; also, the varnish or lacquer used in japanning.
• a. - Of or pertaining to Japan, or to the lacquered work of that country; as, Japan ware.
• v. t. - To cover with a coat of hard, brilliant varnish, in the manner of the Japanese; to lacquer.
• v. t. - To give a glossy black to, as shoes.