The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word GLOSSY
I've seen this crossword clue in The Sunday Telegraph
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What does GLOSSY mean?
GLOSSY noun- A glossy magazine.
- A glossy photograph.
- A film depicting people with glamorous lifestyles.
- Having a smooth, silk-like, reflective surface.