(of the sun or another source of light) give out a bright light

the sun shone through the window

direct (a torch or other light) somewhere in order to see something in the dark

he shone the torch around the room before entering

be very talented or perform very well

a boy who shone at nothing

tonight he will have a chance to shine and win a world boxing title

make (an object made of leather, metal, or wood) bright by rubbing it; polish

his shoes were shined to perfection

a quality of brightness produced when light is reflected on something

my hair has lost its shine

a contemptuous term for a black person