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sanding

/ˈsændɪŋ/

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verb

To abrade the surface of (something) with sand or sandpaper in order to smooth or clean it.

Examples :

"He is sanding the wooden chair to remove the old paint. "

material technical work process industry building

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verb

To cover with sand.

Examples :

"The city worker was sanding the icy roads to prevent accidents. "

material process

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verb

To blot ink using sand.

Examples :

"Before blotting paper was common, people were sanding wet ink to prevent smudging. "

stationery writing

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noun

The act or process by which something is sanded; the application of sandpaper, etc.

Examples :

"The sanding of the old wooden chair made it smooth and ready for painting. "

material process action work

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noun

A type of dancing where the floor is covered in sand. See Sanding (dance).

Examples :

"The school's dance club practiced their sanding, moving gracefully over the sandy floor. "

dance entertainment

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noun

The process of testing the surface of gilding, after it has been fired, with fine sand and water.

Examples :

"After the ceramic vase was gilded and fired, the artist performed sanding to refine the golden surface, using fine sand and water for a smooth finish. "

art material process

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noun

The process of burying oysters in sand.

Examples :

"The old records mention sanding as a traditional method to protect the oyster beds from harsh winter weather. "

agriculture process animal food ocean

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noun

The process of applying sand to rails in railway track to aid adhesion.

Examples :

"The train experienced wheel slippage on the wet rails, but the automatic sanding helped it regain traction and continue uphill. "

technical machine process vehicle industry