- to polish; to shine; to burnish; to scour; to scrub; to brush (teeth); to grind (e.g. a lens)
- to refine (a skill, etc.); to improve; to hone; to polish (up); to cultivate (one's character)
Godan verb with 'ku' ending; transitive verb
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- to polish; to shine; to burnish; to scour; to scrub; to brush (teeth); to grind (e.g. a lens)
- to refine (a skill, etc.); to improve; to hone; to polish (up); to cultivate (one's character)
This usage refers to physically polishing, shining, or scrubbing something.
This usage involves refining, improving, or honing skills, character, or other qualities.
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I polished for all I was worth. The trouble is that my stock of low-grade gems was surprisingly low.
He got up quickly, splashed cold water on his face, brushed his teeth, and shaved.