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lustrous

lust·rous

US/ˈlʌ.stɹəs/ 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”
2.

brilliant

  • “set a lustrous example for others to follow”
  • “lustrous actors of the time”
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3.

reflecting light

  • “glistening bodies of swimmers”
  • “the horse”
  • “;”
  • “;”
  • “;”

Origin

From lustre + -ous.

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