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Rust Preventative Paint: The first coat of paint applied directly to iron or steel structures to slow down or prevent rust.

Sherman Antitrust Act: A federal act which established as national policy the concept of a competitive marketing system by prohibiting companies from attempting to (1) monopolize any part of trade or commerce or ( . . . View Full Definition

Snow Crust: The crisp, almost icy, surface on fallen snow, usually formed by the slight melting and refreezing of the surface snow.

Sherman Anti-Trust Act: The 1890 law is considered the foundation of federal anti-monopoly policy. Passed partly as an outgrowth of congressional investigations into alleged price collusion among large meat packers . . . View Full Definition

Shake Painter: A rectangular-shaped flat pad with an attached handle that is used to paint shingles, shakes and other special surfaces and areas.

Semigloss Paint Or Enamel: A paint or enamel made so that its coating, when dry, has some luster but is not very glossy. Bathrooms and kitchens are normally painted semi-gloss

Sponge Painting (Sponging): An interior painting technique in which sponges are used to apply or partially remove a coat of paint.

Spousal Remainder Trust: An individual retirement account in the name of an unemployed spouse.

The Paint: Another name for the foul lane. See above.

Thrust: The driving force of a propeller in the line of its shaft or the forward force produced in reaction to the gases expelled rearward from a jet or rocket engine. Opposite of DRAG.