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shiny
adjective \ˈshī-nē\
: having a smooth, shining, bright appearance
shin·i·ershin·i·est
Full Definition of SHINY
1
: having a smooth glossy surface <shiny new shoes>
2
a : bright with the rays of the sun : sunshiny b : filled with light
3
: rubbed or worn smooth
4
: lustrous with natural secretions <a shiny nose>
— shin·i·ness noun
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First Known Use of SHINY
1558
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shiny
adjective \ˈshī-nē\
shin·i·ershin·i·est
Definition of SHINY for Kids
: having a smooth bright appearance <a shiny new car>
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