burnish
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/ˈbɜː(ɹ)nɪʃ/
English
Definitions
noun
- Polish; lustre.
verb
- To make smooth or shiny by rubbing; to polish; to shine.“In pottery, a stone is sometimes used to burnish a pot before firing, giving it a smooth, shiny look.”
- To shine forth; to brighten; to become smooth and glossy, as from swelling or filling out; hence, to grow large.
- (metaphoric) To make appear positive and highly respected.
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Synonyms
bufffurbishpolishshinewaxglossinessglossflushscourreburnishhellburn inbrightenlusterbuff upburnlustrifyshine up