English dictionary
polish
nounPronunciation
ˈpəʊlɪʃ
Audio pronunciation
Parts of speech
Definitions
noun
- the property of being smooth and shiny
noun
- a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality
noun
- a preparation used in polishing
verb
- bring to a highly developed, finished, or refined state
verb
- improve or perfect by pruning or polishing
verb
- make (a surface) shine
Example sentences
they performed with great polish
I admired the exquisite refinement of his prose
{'source': 'Joseph Conrad', 'text': 'almost an inspiration which gives to all work that finish which is almost art'}
polish your social manners
refine one's style of writing
shine the silver, please
polish my shoes