Meaning of the word "polish up" in English

What does "polish up" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

polish up

US /ˈpɑː.lɪʃ ʌp/

UK /ˈpɒl.ɪʃ ʌp/

to improve something by making small changes to it

Example:

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You need to polish up your presentation skills before the conference.

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She spent hours polishing up her essay.

Synonym:

refine hone perfect brush up sharpen

to make something shiny by rubbing it

Example:

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He needs to polish up his old shoes.

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Can you help me polish up the silver cutlery?

Synonym:

shine buff burnish furbish