brightwork

[ brahyt-wurk ]
/ ˈbraɪtˌwɜrk /

noun

polished metal parts, as on a ship or automobile.
Nautical. all plain or varnished woodwork that is kept scoured on a vessel.

Origin of brightwork

An Americanism dating back to 1835–45; bright + work

British Dictionary definitions for brightwork

brightwork
/ (ˈbraɪtˌwɜːk) /

noun

shiny metal trimmings or fittings on ships, cars, etc
varnished or plain woodwork on a vessel