\Clear"cole`\, n. [F. claire colle clear glue; clair
clear (f. claire) + colle glue, Gr. ?]
A priming of size mixed with whiting or white lead, used in
house painting, etc.; also, a size upon which gold leaf is
applied in gilding.

\Clear"cole`\, v. t. [imp. & p. p. {Clearcoled}; p.
pr. & vb. n. {Clearcoling}.]
To coat or paint with clearcole.