shined
Pronunciation:
/ʃaɪnd/verb
Definitions
To emit light.
To reflect light.
To distinguish oneself; to excel.
Example: My nephew tried other sports before deciding on football, which he shone at right away, quickly becoming the star of his school team.
To be effulgent in splendour or beauty.
verb
Definitions
To cause (something) to shine; put a shine on (something); polish (something).
Example: He shined my shoes until they were polished smooth and gleaming.
To polish a cricket ball using saliva and one’s clothing.