shine
Definition
- v. emit light; be bright, as of the sun or a light
- v. be distinguished or eminent
- v. be clear and obvious
- v. throw or flash the light of (a lamp)
Word forms
- Past tense
- shone
- Present participle
- shining
- Third person singular
- shines
- Past participle
- shone
Example sentences
n.
The shine of the sun reflected off the water.
vt.
She used a special polish to shine the silverware.
vi.
The stars shine brightly in the night sky.