·noun Emission or reflection of light.
II. Shining ·p.pr. & ·vb.n. of Shine.
III. Shining ·adj Having the surface smooth and polished;
— said of leaves, the surfaces of shells, ·etc.
IV. Shining ·adj Splendid; illustrious; brilliant; distinguished; conspicious; as, a shining example of charity.
V. Shining ·adj Emitting light, ·esp. in a continuous manner; radiant; as, shining lamps; also, bright by the reflection of light; as, shining armor.