English

shiny

ˈʃaɪni, ˈʃaɪ.ni
Meaning: reflecting light; bright
Part of Speech: Adjective Alternative Readings: ˈʃaɪ.ni

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Example sentences

The new car was very shiny under the sun.
The new car was very shiny under the sun.
She wore a shiny silver necklace to the party.
She wore a shiny silver necklace to the party.
He waxes his car every Sunday to keep it shiny.
He waxes his car every Sunday to keep it shiny.
He has a shiny bald head.
He has a shiny bald head.
The snail left a shiny trail on the garden path.
The snail left a shiny trail on the garden path.

Usage Notes

Used to describe smooth surfaces that reflect light, such as polished metal, clean hair, or glossy paper.

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