to make (something) smooth and glossy, usu by rubbing it

to make (somebody or something) more refined

(often + up) to improve or perfect (e.g. a skill)

to remove the outer husk of (rice) by milling

to become smooth or glossy by or as if by friction

a preparation rubbed onto used to produce a gloss and sometimes a colour for the protection and decoration of a surface to shine and protect it

furniture polish

nail polish

the act or an instance of polishing

give the table a polish

a smooth glossy surface

refinement, elegance, or social grace