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burnished

bur·nis·hed

US/ˈbɜrnɪʃt/ uncommon

adjective

1.

made smooth and bright by or as if by rubbing; reflecting a sheen or glow

  • “bright silver candlesticks”
  • “a burnished brass knocker”
  • “she brushed her hair until it fell in lustrous auburn waves”
  • “rows of shining glasses”
  • “shiny black patents”

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