sheen

Meanings

• Noun

  A quality of light reflecting from a surface, making it appear shiny and attractive.

  - "The sheen on the polished apple was stunning."
  - "The diamond's sheen dazzled everyone in the room."

• Noun

  A thin, smooth layer of paint or varnish on a surface.

  - "Applying a fresh coat of sheen to the furniture will make it look new."
  - "The artist spent hours perfecting the sheen on the canvas."

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Pronunciation

1. /ʃiːn/
   
   
   
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2. /ʃiːn/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with sheen
been , seen , lean , mean , glean

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Variants

List of all variants of sheen that leads to same result
sheen , sheened , sheening , sheens , sheenier , sheeniest , sheeny

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Etymology

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Old English 'scine' meaning 'shining, bright, clear'

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Trivia

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1. The term 'sheen' is often used in the jewelry industry to describe the reflective quality of precious metals and gemstones.

2. In some cultures, sheen is considered a desirable trait in clothing and is achieved through the use of silk or satin fabrics.

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Related Concepts

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1. Luster: Related concept, synonymous with sheen, referring to the reflective quality of a surface.

2. Shine: Related concept, similar to sheen, referring to the state of being brightly reflective or emitting light.

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Culture

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Sheen is often associated with beauty and attractiveness, as it can make surfaces appear more visually appealing. In literature, the term 'sheen' is used to describe the appearance of various objects, such as polished metal or shiny fabric. In art, artists use various techniques to create sheen in their work, such as applying multiple layers of glaze or using reflective materials.

How to Memorize "sheen"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a polished surface, such as a mirror or a freshly waxed car, to memorize the concept of sheen.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'sheen' with the idea of a shiny, attractive surface.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the sentence: 'Sheen is what makes surfaces seem clean and keen.'

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