polish — meaning in English

English meaning

• Polish verb To rub a surface until it is smooth and shiny.
• shine verb To give off or reflect light brightly.

Senses

polish is used for these senses in English:

• polish Cleanliness; smoothness, shininess.
• shine Excellence in quality or appearance; splendour.

Polish — full definition

1. verb To rub a surface until it is smooth and shiny.
2. verb To improve or refine something.
3. noun A substance used to make a surface shiny.
4. noun Refinement or elegance in appearance or performance.

shine — full definition

1. verb To give off or reflect light brightly.
2. verb To perform exceptionally well or stand out.
3. verb To point a light source at something.
4. noun Brightness or gloss, whether from a light source or a polished surface.

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