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Definition

To finish completely, especially a food (polish the plate with one's tongue) or liquor.

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In Context

  • "They polished off the last of the cake."
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Also Said As

  • finish off
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Related Idioms

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wrap up

To conclude or finish completely.

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hoover up

To consume (food or drink) quickly, especially by taking it into the m…

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have eyes bigger than one's stomach

To take more food on one's plate than one can eat; to be greedy.
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