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polished
(pol|ished)
Pronunciation:
/ˈpɒlɪʃt/
adjective
shiny as a result of being rubbed:
a polished mahogany table
accomplished and skilful:
his polished performance in the film
refined, sophisticated, or elegant:
he was polished and charming
(of rice) having had the outer husk removed during milling.
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