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shiny

/ˈʃaɪni/

[/ˈʃaɪni/]

bright and reflecting light

Beginneradjective

Definition

Shiny means having a bright surface that reflects light.

Example

He polished the car until it was shiny.

He polished the car until it was shiny.

Etymology

From 'shine', from Old English 'scinan', plus '-y'.

How & Where It’s Used

Common adjective for surfaces that reflect light.

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