furbish

verb

ˈfər-bish How to pronounce furbish (audio)
Definition of furbishnext
as in to polish
to make smooth or glossy usually by repeatedly applying surface pressure the warrior furbished his sword and shield so that they glinted in the sunlight

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  1. polish
  2. rub
  3. smooth
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  • Compact yet powerful, this nail drill boasts a 20,000 RPM rotary motor that’s adjustable to all your nail care needs: shaping, buffing, grinding, polishing, and cuticle-ling (should be a word).
    WIRED, WIRED, 29 Nov. 2024
  • Kirk Hill, a resident who's part of the Mohican Regent Association said the new signage will polish the community and bring people together.
    Dana Afana, Detroit Free Press, 25 Nov. 2024
Definition of polish
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  • Two Michigan players were seen squinting and rubbing their eyes after the on-field brawl, sideline footage shared by FOX College Football shows.
    Bailey Richards, People.com, 30 Nov. 2024
  • Tree Wrap Tree wrap may be a better option than guards, as it can be used on a variety of trunk sizes and protects against nibbling, rubbing, and bark damage that results when tender bark warms up in winter sunlight and quickly freezes at sunset.
    Luke Miller, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Nov. 2024
Definition of rub
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  • This 2023 Best of Beauty winner contains a retinol alternative duo that firms and smoothes the look of fine lines and wrinkles without irritating the skin or being to harsh.
    Annie Blackman, Allure, 29 Nov. 2024
  • Add fudge mixture to pan and let cool: Quickly pour into prepared baking pan, and smooth into an even layer.
    Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 28 Nov. 2024
Definition of smooth
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