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Rareburnished
The correct spelling is burnished.
How to pronounce burnished
verb
Say it like: Bur-nis-hed
The correct spelling is burnished. To make smooth or shiny by rubbing; to polish; to shine. For example: "In pottery, a stone is sometimes used to burnish a pot before firing, giving it a smooth, shiny look."
Usage Examples
“In pottery, a stone is sometimes used to burnish a pot before firing, giving it a smooth, shiny look.”
Meanings
verb
- 1.To make smooth or shiny by rubbing; to polish; to shine.
- 2.To shine forth; to brighten; to become smooth and glossy, as from swelling or filling out; hence, to grow large.
- 3.(metaphoric) To make appear positive and highly respected.
adjective
- 1.Polished, made shiny by rubbing (especially with a burnisher).
- 2.Blazing, bright.
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