Crossword Genius

Polish way to draw in circles (6)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

lustre

'polish' is the definition.
(both can mean gloss or shine)

'way to draw in circles' is the wordplay.
'way' becomes 'st' (abbreviation for street).
'to draw in' becomes 'lure' (to lure is to attract or draw in).
'circles' is an insertion indicator.
'st' put within 'lure' is 'LUSTRE'.

(Other definitions for lustre that I've seen before include "Brightness from reflected light" , "Gloss, sheen" , "Period" , "Result (anag) -- gloss" , "Sheen or renown" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.
Want a hint initially instead of a full solution? Install my app