Meaning Of Burnish

a.

To cause to shine; to make smooth and bright; to polish; specifically, to polish by rubbing with something hard and smooth; as, to burnish brass or paper.

v. i.

To shine forth; to brighten; to become smooth and glossy, as from swelling or filling out; hence, to grow large.

n.

The effect of burnishing; gloss; brightness; luster.