Shiner Definition

shiner
noun
  1. a swollen bruise caused by a blow to the eye
  2. something that shines (with emitted or reflected light)
  3. important food fish of the northern Atlantic and Mediterranean; its body is greenish-blue with dark bars and small if any scales
  4. any of numerous small silvery North American cyprinid fishes especially of the genus Notropis

"Shiner" in song lyrics

See how shiner is used in real songs:

  • "You know them cats that's supposed to be the show's main shiner"
    Akrobatik — Newsflash
  • "Them girl's won't Twerker the Lil' shiner"
    DJ Jubilee f/ The Bounce Squad — Who They Want?
  • "Help 'em talk to shiner"
    Do or Die f/ Twista — Paper Chase

Usage tips for "shiner"

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