depolish

/ˈdɛpəʊlɪʃ/ or /dɪˈpɒlɪʃ/

Definitions

1. verb

to remove or destroy the polish or shine from something, especially by wear or use.

“Years of use had begun to depolish the once-shiny surface of the antique furniture.”

2. noun

the process of removing or destroying the polish or shine from something.

“The depolish of the car’s paint job was a result of neglecting to wax it regularly.”

Synonyms

  • dull
  • matte

Antonyms

  • gloss
  • polish