- (a.) Having the surface smooth and polished; -- said of leaves, the surfaces of shells, etc.
- (p.pr.&vb.n.) of Shine.
- (a.) Splendid; illustrious; brilliant; distinguished; conspicious; as, a shining example of charity.
- (a.) Emitting light, especially in a continuous manner; radiant; as, shining lamps; also, bright by the reflection of light; as, shining armor.
- (n.) Emission or reflection of light.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
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