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burnish
[ bur-nish ]
verb (used with object)
- to polish (a surface) by friction.
Synonyms: ,
- to make smooth and bright.
- Engraving. to flatten and enlarge the dots of (a halftone) by rubbing with a tool.
noun
- gloss; brightness; luster:
the burnish of brass andirons.
burnish
/ ˈɜːɪʃ /
verb
- to make or become shiny or smooth by friction; polish
noun
- a shiny finish; lustre
Derived Forms
- ˈܰԾ, adjective
- ˈܰԾ, noun
Other Word Forms
- ܰn·· adjective
- ܰn·Գ noun
- ܲ·ܰn adjective
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of burnish1
Example Sentences
“Jesse: The Life and Pilgrimage” by Marshall Frady burnished the reputation of Jesse Jackson, a potential Democratic challenger who decided not to run.
“For the People,” an authorized history of the district attorney’s office, burnishes Leavy’s legend and repeats the claim that Graham pistol-whipped the victim.
He’s since become a regional force in his own right — one single-handedly responsible for burnishing his brother’s legacy.
And it will forever be burnished in my memory because it's the wildfire that burned down my community and my home.
Stafford could burnish his impressive resumé with another Super Bowl title.
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