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polished
adjective
(of lumber or stone) to trim and smooth
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ˈpɑlɪʃt
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adjective
(of lumber or stone) to trim and smooth
adjective
Perfected or made shiny and smooth
“His polished prose”
adjective
(of grains especially rice) having the husk or outer layers removed
“Polished rice”
adjective
Showing a high degree of refinement and the assurance that comes from wide social experience
“His polished manner”
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His polished prose
In a freshly ironed dress and polished shoes
Freshly polished silver
Polished rice
His polished manner
Maintained an urbane tone in his letters
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