SHEEN


Meaning of SHEEN in English

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

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