Definition of 'polish off'

Verb

1. finish a task completely; "I finally got through this homework assignment"
      Synonyms: get through wrap up finish off mop up clear up finish up
2. kill intentionally and with premeditation; "The mafia boss ordered his enemies murdered"
      Synonyms: murder slay hit dispatch bump off off remove
3. finish eating all the food on one's plate or on the table; "She polished off the remaining potatoes"
      Synonyms: eat up finish

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