I. ˈshēn adjective
Etymology: Middle English shene, from Old English scīene; akin to Old English scēawian to look — more at show
Date: before 12th century
1. archaic : beautiful
2. archaic : shining , resplendent
II. intransitive verb
Date: 14th century
: to be bright : show a sheen
III. noun
Date: 1600
1.
a. : a bright or shining condition : brightness
b. : a subdued glitter approaching but short of optical reflection
c. : a lustrous surface imparted to textiles through finishing processes or use of shiny yarns
2. : a textile exhibiting notable sheen
• sheeny ˈshē-nē adjective