1. the act or process of making something smooth and shiny
2. the act of improving or perfecting something

1. making something smooth and shiny by rubbing
Usage: present participle of polish
2. improving or perfecting something
Usage: present participle of polish

Examples

• She spent the afternoon polishing her grandmother’s silver jewelry.
• The car looked brand new after a thorough polishing.
• He is polishing his presentation skills for the job interview.
• The final polishing of the essay took several hours.
• The furniture needs polishing before the guests arrive.
• She’s been polishing her French accent with a tutor.
• The polishing of the marble floors made them gleam.