burnish

English

/ˈbɜː(ɹ)nɪʃ/

verb
Definitions
  • (transitive) To make smooth or shiny by rubbing; to polish; to shine.
  • (intransitive) To shine forth; to brighten; to become smooth and glossy, as from swelling or filling out; hence, to grow large.
  • (metaphoric) To make appear positive and highly respected.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English burnysshen derived from Old French burnir, brun (brown, polished, shiny).

Origin

Old French

brun

Gloss

brown, polished, shiny

Concept
Semantic Field

Sense perception

Ontological Category

Property

Kanji

褐

Emoji
🐻 🤎

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