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Intermediate Coat: The coating between the primer and finish often called a barrier coat.

Intermediate-Term Bond: Intermediate-term bonds mature in two to ten years from the date of issue. Typically, the interest on these bonds is greater than that on short-term bonds of similar quality but less than th . . . View Full Definition

Lens Coating: Layer or multiple layers of thin anti-reflective materials applied to the surface of lens elements to reduce light reflection and increase the amount of transmitted light.

Intermediate-Term: Typically one-ten years.

Intermediate Target: A real or imaginary reference point, or target, that is on the line between the ball and the ultimate target (usually but not always fairly close to the ball) to make alignment easier

Intermediate Rock: An igneous rock that has an intermediate silica content. Examples are syenite and diorite. Also see entries for acidic, basic and ultrabasic rocks.

Opaque Coating: A coating that hides the previous surface coating.

Intermediate Theory: Some states have adopted an intermediate theory of mortgage based on the principles of title theory, but requiring the mortgagee (lender) to foreclose to obtain legal title as is necessary i . . . View Full Definition

Powder Coating: A durable, weather-proof, polymer coating for metals applied in a spray and then cured in an oven.

Supper Coat: Top coating of non-sensitized gelatin added to sensitized emulsions to form a protective layer.