English dictionary

polish

/'p/A/l/I//S/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

adjective

the property of being smooth and shiny

noun.attribute

Synonyms burnish gloss glossiness

Source: WordNet 3.0
a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality

noun.state

Examples
They performed with great polish.

Synonyms cultivation culture finish refinement

Source: WordNet 3.0
a preparation used in polishing

noun.substance

Source: WordNet 3.0
the Slavic language of Poland

noun.communication

Source: WordNet 3.0
A smooth, glossy surface, usually produced by friction; a gloss or luster.

noun

Source: webster1913

make (a surface) shine

verb.contact

Examples
Polish my shoes.

Synonyms shine smooth smoothen

Source: WordNet 3.0
improve or perfect by pruning or polishing

verb.change

Synonyms down fine-tune refine

Source: WordNet 3.0
bring to a highly developed, finished, or refined state

verb.change

Examples
Polish your social manners.

Synonyms brush up polish up round round off

Source: WordNet 3.0
To make smooth and glossy, usually by friction; to burnish; to overspread with luster; as, to <i>polish</i> glass, marble, metals, etc.

verb

Source: webster1913
To become smooth, as from friction; to receive a gloss; to take a smooth and glossy surface; as, steel <i>polishes</i> well.

verb

Source: webster1913