polishes
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/ˈpɑːlɪʃɪz/
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/ˈpɒlɪʃɪz/
(polish)
smooth and shiny
Etymology
'polish' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'polir', which in turn comes from Latin 'polire' where the root meant 'to smooth'.
'polish' changed from Middle English 'polisshen' (influenced by Old French 'polir') and eventually became the modern English word 'polish'.
Initially, it meant 'to make smooth' (literally), but over time it evolved into the broader modern meaning of 'to make smooth and shine' and extended metaphorically to 'refine or improve'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural of 'polish': substances used for polishing (e.g., shoe polishes) or various finishing products.
The store sells several different polishes for wood and leather.
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Verb 1
third-person singular present of 'polish': to make a surface smooth and shiny by rubbing.
She polishes the silver every Sunday.
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Last updated: 2025/10/02 19:49