shiny Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. adjective satellite reflecting light
   lustrous; glistening; sheeny; glossy; shining.
   
   • glistening bodies of swimmers
   • the horse's glossy coat
   • lustrous auburn hair
   • saw the moon like a shiny dime on a deep blue velvet carpet
   • shining white enamel
2. adjective having a shiny surface or coating
   glazed.
   
   • glazed fabrics
   • glazed doughnuts
3. adjective satellite made smooth and bright by or as if by rubbing; reflecting a sheen or glow
   bright; burnished; lustrous; shining.
   
   • bright silver candlesticks
   • a burnished brass knocker
   • she brushed her hair until it fell in lustrous auburn waves
   • rows of shining glasses
   • shiny black patents

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