shiner

[ˈʃaɪnər]

shiner Definition

  • 1a black eye, a bruise around the eye
  • 2a type of fish, also known as golden shiner
  • 3a tool used for smoothing wood surfaces

Using shiner: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "shiner" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He got a shiner after the fight.

  • Example

    The shiner is a common freshwater fish in North America.

  • Example

    The carpenter used a shiner to smooth the surface of the wood.

shiner Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for shiner

  • bruise
  • black eye
  • woodworker's scraper
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Summary: shiner in Brief

The term 'shiner' [ˈʃaɪnər] has three main meanings. Firstly, it refers to a black eye or a bruise around the eye, as in 'He got a shiner after the fight.' Secondly, it denotes a type of fish, also known as golden shiner, which is common in North America. Finally, it is a tool used for smoothing wood surfaces, as in 'The carpenter used a shiner to smooth the surface of the wood.'

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