Associations to the word «Burnished»

Wiktionary

BURNISH, verb. (transitive) To make smooth or shiny by rubbing; to polish; to shine.
BURNISH, verb. (intransitive) To shine forth; to brighten; to become smooth and glossy, as from swelling or filling out; hence, to grow large.

Dictionary definition

BURNISH, noun. The property of being smooth and shiny.
BURNISH, verb. Polish and make shiny; "buff the wooden floors"; "buff my shoes".

Wise words

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