noun emission or reflection of light.
2. shining ·p.pr. & ·vb.n. of shine.
3. shining ·adj having the surface smooth and polished;
said of leaves, the surfaces of shells, ·etc.
4. shining ·adj splendid; illustrious; brilliant; distinguished; conspicious; as, a shining example of charity.
5. shining ·adj emitting light, ·esp. in a continuous manner; radiant; as, shining lamps; also, bright by the reflection of light; as, shining armor.