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astiquer

to polish, to shine

verb ah-stee-KEH Rare

Also means

to buff

Usage Note

Astiquer describes vigorous polishing of a surface — shoes, silverware, or floors. It is informal in register; the more neutral term is polir. The related noun astiquage refers to the act of polishing.

Examples

"Il astique ses chaussures avant de sortir."

Natural Translation

He polishes his shoes before going out.

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