Furbish and Grate

Furbish

Furbish verb - To make smooth or glossy usually by repeatedly applying surface pressure.

Grate and furbish are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Grate" instead a verb "Furbish".

Nearby Word: furbishing

Grate

Grate verb - To disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts.

Furbish and grate are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Furbish" instead a verb "Grate".

Nearby Words: grating, grated, grater
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