Definition of polished
1
: subjected to polishing : made smooth and glossy by or as if by polishing
a polished surface polished silver
2
: characterized by a high degree of development, finish, or refinement : free from imperfections
a polished performance/performer a highly polished piece of writing
3
somewhat old-fashioned
: characterized by elegance and refinement
a polished gentleman polished society
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The first known use of polished was in the 14th century
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