polish (Meaning)

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polish (n)

the property of being smooth and shiny

a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality

a preparation used in polishing

the Slavic language of Poland

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polish (v)

make (a surface) shine

improve or perfect by pruning or polishing

bring to a highly developed, finished, or refined state

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polish (a)

of or relating to Poland or its people or culture

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polish (a.)

Of or pertaining to Poland or its inhabitants.

Webster

polish (n.)

The language of the Poles.

A smooth, glossy surface, usually produced by friction; a gloss or luster.

Anything used to produce a gloss.

Fig.: Refinement; elegance of manners.

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polish (v. t.)

To make smooth and glossy, usually by friction; to burnish; to overspread with luster; as, to polish glass, marble, metals, etc.

Hence, to refine; to wear off the rudeness, coarseness, or rusticity of; to make elegant and polite; as, to polish life or manners.

Webster

polish (v. i.)

To become smooth, as from friction; to receive a gloss; to take a smooth and glossy surface; as, steel polishes well.

polish Sentence Examples

  1. The jeweler used a polishing cloth to restore the luster to the silver ring.
  2. The new car had a gleaming polish that made it look showroom-fresh.
  3. The students spent hours polishing their presentations for the upcoming class competition.
  4. The pianist's nails were polished to a perfect sheen for the recital.
  5. The polished mahogany desk had a timeless elegance that complemented the office décor.
  6. The photographer carefully polished the lens to ensure sharp and clear images.
  7. The team polished their strategy before the game, hoping to gain an advantage.
  8. The diamond earrings sparkled with brilliance after being polished by the jeweler.
  9. The choir's voices were polished and harmonious, creating a beautiful musical experience.
  10. The marble floor in the foyer was polished to a high gloss, reflecting the sunlight and creating an opulent ambiance.

FAQs About the word polish

the property of being smooth and shiny, a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality, a preparation used in polishing, the Sl

accomplishment, civilization, education, refinement, culture, knowledge, manners, literacy, cultivation, sophistication

illiteracy,barbarism, ignorance, ignorance, philistinism, philistinism, barbarism, illiteracy, parochialism, coarseness

The jeweler used a polishing cloth to restore the luster to the silver ring.

The new car had a gleaming polish that made it look showroom-fresh.

The students spent hours polishing their presentations for the upcoming class competition.

The pianist's nails were polished to a perfect sheen for the recital.