shoeshine

/ˈʃuːʃaɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

the act of polishing shoes, especially in a professional or commercial setting

“The shoeshine boy worked diligently at his stand in the shopping mall.”

2. verb

to polish or clean shoes, typically in a professional or commercial setting

“She decided to shoeshine her brother’s shoes before the wedding.”

3. noun

a substance used to polish or clean shoes

“He applied some shoeshine to his new leather boots.”

Synonyms

  • polish
  • shoe polish

Antonyms

  • scuff