polish (B2)
verb
Pronunciation: /ˈpɒlɪʃ/
Definition
To make the surface of something smooth and shiny by rubbing it with a cloth or other material.
Examples
He spent the afternoon polishing his shoes.
The car was polished to a high gloss.
She polished the silver until it gleamed.
How to Use polish
- polish up (phrasal verb)
- To practice and improve one's knowledge or skill in something. — "I need to polish up my Spanish before my trip to Mexico."
- polish to a shine (collocation)
- To rub something until it is very smooth and shiny. — "She polished the silverware to a brilliant shine."
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