simonize

American

[sahy-muh-nahyz] / ˈsaɪ məˌnaɪz /

especially British, simonise

verb (used with object)

simonized, simonizing

to shine or polish to a high sheen, especially with wax.

to simonize an automobile.

Etymology

Origin of simonize

First recorded in 1935–40; after Simoniz, a trademark

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Philippe Huis-man's text is thorough but simperingly eager to simonize Lautrec's reputation as the depraved genius of fin-de-siecle Montmartre.

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Brooks comes on easier, making a direct assault on the heartstrings, singing in a kind of simonized tenor suitable for both serenades and bust outs.

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