Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
burnish
verb
/ˈbɜrnɪʃ/
Definition
To polish or make something shiny by rubbing it.
Examples
- He used a cloth to burnish the silverware until it gleamed.
- The artist burnished the clay to enhance its texture before firing.
- She carefully burnished the old furniture to restore its original luster.
Meaning
Burnish refers to the act of improving the appearance of a surface, especially metal, by rubbing it to create a smooth and glossy finish.
Synonyms
- polish
- shine
- buff
- smooth
- gloss
