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Meaning of polish
to make something smooth and shiny
Etymology of polish
The word "polish" has its roots in the 15th century, derived from the Old French word "polir," meaning "to polish," and the Latin word "polire," meaning "to make smooth"
Historically, the term "polish" referred to the act of smoothing or refining a surface, and later expanded to include the refinement of skills or languages
Synonyms
Definitions
- To make something smooth and shiny by rubbing or cleaning it
- * To improve or refine something, such as a skill or a language
- * A native or inhabitant of Poland, or a person of Polish descent
Usage Examples
- She polished the silverware until it shone like new
- * He spent years polishing his language skills to become fluent in Spanish
- * The polish on the car's surface made it look brand new
Antonyms
dull
rough
coarse
matte
flat
lackluster
unrefined
crude
rude
unsophisticated
unpolished
roughened
scratched
worn
faded
tarnished
corroded
rusty
dusty
grimy