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US/ˈpɑː.lɪʃ/
UK/ˈpɒl.ɪʃ/
to rub a surface until it is smooth and shiny, or to improve something by making small changes
In context
He polished his shoes carefully before the job interview.
I need one more evening to polish my presentation.
She polished the silver until it shone like new.
Words that go with polish
verb + noun
- polish shoesHe polishes his shoes every Sunday evening.
- polish your skillsThe course helps you polish your writing skills.
- polish the furnitureShe polished the furniture with a soft cloth.
- polish your writingTry to polish your writing before you send the report.
verb + preposition
- polish upI want to polish up my French before the trip.
- polish offThe kids polished off the whole pizza in minutes.