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琢
1
to polish; to shine; to burnish; to scour; to scrub; to brush (teeth); to grind (e.g. a lens)
Examples
弟は銀の食器類を磨いた。
My brother polished the silver.
2
to refine (a skill, etc.); to improve; to hone; to polish (up); to cultivate (one's character)
Examples
学生は読書の技能を磨くべきだ。
Students should develop their reading skills.
1
diligent application (to work or study); cultivating one's character by studying hard
Examples
君の実力なら楽勝だとは思うが、それに驕らず、まずはクラスのみんなと切磋琢磨していって欲しい。
I think you could easily win with your ability, but I want you to not be arrogant about it and work hard with everyone in your class first.
2
mutual encouragement (to improve); working hard together; friendly rivalry