Pronunciation: /ˈpɑlɪʃ/
noun a substance used to give something a smooth and shiny surface when rubbed
A1 I used a soft cloth to polish my shoes.
A2 She applied a layer of polish to her nails.
B1 The furniture had a shiny polish after being cleaned.
B2 The car had a flawless polish after being detailed.
C1 The silverware had a high-quality polish that reflected light beautifully.
C2 The marble floors had a perfect polish that made them gleam.
verb to make something smooth and shiny by rubbing
A1 I need to polish my shoes before the party.
A2 She polished the silverware for the special dinner.
B1 He spent hours polishing his presentation for the conference.
B2 The team worked together to polish the final details of the project.
C1 The author spent months polishing the manuscript before sending it to the publisher.
C2 The artist meticulously polished every brushstroke on the masterpiece.
adjective relating to Poland or its people or language
A1 She wore a shiny polish bracelet on her wrist.
A2 The car had a smooth polish finish that sparkled in the sun.
B1 He gave a polished presentation at the conference.
B2 The actor's performance was polished and professional.
C1 The company's image was polished through strategic marketing campaigns.
C2 The author's writing style is polished and refined, attracting a wide audience.
formal She applied a coat of polish to the antique table to restore its original shine.
informal I need to polish my shoes before the big event.
slang I'm going to polish off this pizza in no time.
figurative He spent hours polishing his presentation to impress the board members.
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