A shoe shiner is a person who polishes and shines shoes. They use a variety of tools, such as brushes, cloths, and polishes, to make the shoes look their best. Shoe shiners often work in public places, such as airports, train stations, and shopping malls. The job requires a great deal of skill and attention to detail, as the shoe shiner must be able to identify the type of shoe and the materials used to make it in order to properly care for it. The term 'shoe shiner' is derived from the act of POLISHING shoes, which is known as 'POLISHING'.