v.
(past and past part. shone or shined)
- give out a bright light; glow with reflected light.
▸direct (a torch or other light) somewhere.
▸(of a person's eyes) be bright with the expression of emotion.
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[often as adj. shining]
excel at something.
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(shine through)
(of a quality or skill) be clearly evident.
(past and past part. shined)
polish.
n.
- a quality of brightness, especially through reflecting light.
- an act of polishing.
Phrase
- take the shine off
spoil the brilliance or excitement of. - take a shine to
informal develop a liking for.
Derivative
Etymology
OE scīnan, of Gmc origin.