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burnish

bur·nish

burnish

 
pronunciation:
buhr nihsh
parts of speech:
transitive verb, noun
features:
Word Combinations (verb)
part of speech: transitive verb
inflections: burnishes, burnishing, burnished
definition: to polish or make shiny by rubbing with a cloth or the like.
The silversmith burnished the buckle until it shone brilliantly.
synonyms:
buff, gloss, polish, rub, shine
similar words:
clean, scrub, sleek
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part of speech: noun
definition: a smooth, shiny appearance; luster.
They admired the burnish of the glazed pottery.
synonyms:
gloss, glow, luster, sheen, shine
similar words:
brilliance, glimmer, polish, radiance, sparkle
derivations: burnisher (n.), burnishment (n.)