scrutinizingandburnishing
verb (present participle)UK /ˈskruːtɪnaɪzɪŋ ənd ˈbɜːnɪʃɪŋ/
US /ˈskruːtənaɪzɪŋ ənd ˈbɜːrnɪʃɪŋ/
Looking at something very closely and then polishing it until it shines.
The jeweler spent the afternoon scrutinizingandburnishing the old silver locket until it gleamed.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. Reviewing something in fine detail while improving its finish or presentation.
She was scrutinizingandburnishing her essay before submitting it.
3. Carefully checking a surface for flaws and then smoothing them away.
The restorer was scrutinizingandburnishing the antique mirror frame.
4. Paying close attention to small details while making something look its best.
He kept scrutinizingandburnishing his presentation slides late into the night.